Rollins Pass East

4.1/5 (83 reviews)
Following a 4% railroad grade through the Roosevelt National Forest, Rollins Pass East is a beautiful and scenic drive above timberline that offers endless views of the Continental Divide, access to beautiful fishing spots, excellent hiking opportunities, and abundant dispersed camping. This histori...Read More
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Highlights of Rollins Pass East

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Camping Category IconCamping
Forest Category IconForest
Iconic Category IconIconic
Snow Wheeling Category IconSnow Wheeling
Highest Elevation
11234 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
149
Nearest Town
Rollinsville
Nearest Services
Nederland
Management Agency
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
District
Boulder Ranger District

Overview

Following a 4% railroad grade through the Roosevelt National Forest, Rollins Pass East is a beautiful and scenic drive above timberline that offers endless views of the Continental Divide, access to beautiful fishing spots, excellent hiking opportunities, and abundant dispersed camping. This historic route long predates the railroad, with an ancient hunting and migratory history dating back 3,000-10,000 years ago.

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14 Waypoints
44 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
83 Community Reviews
1 Video
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