If you are planning an excursion on The Colorado Trail, we recommend that you utilize one or more of the following:

The Official Guidebook and Databook of The Colorado Trail Foundation

A must-have guide for all trip planning and your in-pocket on-the-trail resource for water sources, mileage, elevation, and more!

Colorado Trail “FarOut” Smartphone App

Covering the entire Trail, it is becoming the go-to guide for tech-savvy Trail users.

Maps by National Geographic/ Trails Illustrated

These waterproof, tear-resistant maps can be used alone or in tandem with other Trail guides.

Segments of the CT

We have small maps and detailed trail segment information, including length and elevation gain, for all 33 segments that make up the entire 567 miles of the CT.

Trail Segments
Trail Alerts & Conditions

Obstructions, reroutes and planned closures are mapped on the Trail Alert page. And although the CTF does not track current trail conditions, we do provide a list of resources to find good information.

Alerts & Closures

567

Miles of Trail

45

+
Years in Action

13271

ft
Highest Elevation