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BPX 3-Day: Colorado Trail - Segment 3 from the Little Scraggy TH

Colorado Trail Segment 3 starts at the Little Scraggy TH and travels 12.2 miles through fir and pine forest and over multiple streams in Pike National Forest to the Rolling Creek TH. This route requires a shuttle and is a multi-use trail shared with mountain bikers. The terrain is more gentle than on most of the CT, but there are occasional ascents and descents.

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 3-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members (NOTE: This route can also be done in 2 days).

Route

Day 1 – Starting at the Little Scraggy TH, hike 5.1 miles nd 770 feet vertical west on Colorado Trail (CT) Segment 3 to Tramway Creek and camp.  (7,834 ft to 7,797 ft). 

Route Day 1

Day 2 – Hike 6.8 miles and 1,175 vertical west on CT Segment 3 to a good campsite with a stream.  (7,797 ft to 8,127 ft). 

Route Day 2

Day 3 – A very short hike (0.3 mile) to the Rolling Creek TH.  Spreading the trip over 3 days allows a more moderate pace, with more time to pack up, complete the shuttle, and get home.  (8,127 ft to 8,279 ft).

Route Day 3

Little Scraggy TH has a fee per vehicle per day.  This cost will be shared by all participants, since everyone benefits from the shuttle.  "Fees are payable by check or money order. The Interagency Senior Pass and the Interagency Access Pass qualifies for a 50% discount with proper ID for the card holder’s vehicle only."   Parking

  • Suitable Activities: Backpacking
  • Seasons: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
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  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 12.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,975 ft
  • 8,279 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    South Platte Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 6
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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  • Trails Illustrated 105, 135
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