Rio Grande National Forest

The best running trails in Rio Grande National Forest

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Running in Rio Grande National Forest is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Rio Grande National Forest—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Crater Lake — South San Juan Wilderness	Expert 01:36 11.5km
Ute Creek Trail to Ute Lakes loop — Weminuche Wilderness	Expert 05:33 43.2km
Vestal Lake via Colorado Trail — Weminuche Wilderness	Expert 04:50 29.8km
Colorado Trail: Segment 22 — Rio Grande National Forest	Expert 07:27 54.8km

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Crater Lake — South San Juan Wilderness
01:36
11.5km
8:21/km
490m
490m
Expert
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ute Creek Trail to Ute Lakes loop — Weminuche Wilderness
05:33
43.2km
7:44/km
980m
980m
Expert
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Vestal Lake via Colorado Trail — Weminuche Wilderness
04:50
29.8km
9:43/km
1,780m
1,780m
Expert
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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Colorado Trail: Segment 22 — Rio Grande National Forest
07:27
54.8km
8:10/km
1,720m
1,720m
Expert
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Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.