Colorado Trail Seg. 10 Hagerman Pass Road to Halfmoon Creek

Colorado Trail Segment 10 stretches 10.9 miles from Hagerman Pass Road to Halfmoon Creek as an out-and-back route. This federal lands trail gains 1,660 feet of elevation, offering moderate to challenging terrain through Colorado's high country. The segment follows the renowned Colorado Trail, a 567-mile long-distance route that traverses the state from Denver to Durango. Located in central Colorado near the Hagerman Pass area, this section traverses diverse alpine and subalpine ecosystems. The trail provides access to wilderness experiences on federally managed lands. The out-and-back format allows hikers to choose their own turnaround point, making the route flexible for various fitness levels and time constraints. Typical hiking time varies based on pace and elevation acclimatization. The steady elevation gain means this segment suits hikers with previous mountain experience. This portion of the Colorado Trail is popular for day hikes and serves as a viable section for those tackling longer Colorado Trail segments.