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Boy Scout Trail

 3.9 (12)
  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Central Rockies
  4. Glenwood Springs
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2.5 Miles 4.0 Kilometers


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0' 0 m

Ascent

-1,434' -437 m

Descent

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

24%

Max Grade (13°)

7,334' 2,235 m

High

5,899' 1,798 m

Low

Shared By Mike Pritchard

Conditions

All Clear 68 days ago
Dry - Trail is clear. Ticks are out in force so wear repellant or cover up. History
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“Also known as Scout Trail, this gem has excellent views above Glenwood Springs and is best ridden downhill. ”

— Mike Pritchard
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Description

In comparison to the adjacent mellow grades of Forest Hollow Trail, Boy Scout Trail (also known as "Scout Trail") is a rip-roaring downhill that will make the most use of your brakes. While some hardy folks do ride/push up from town, it's best enjoyed as the final (downhill) segment of a Forest Hollow and Scout Loop.

From the top of the trail, it begins to descend in a fast, steep and fairly technical manner. Many switchbacks and some sandy sections make for some hairy but fun moments. Exposure is common on this section so be careful. Also, watch your speed as hikers are abundant on this trail, often just around a blind corner.

Contacts

Local Club: Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association

Jul 2, 2018: BLM seeks public comment about managing Sutey Ranch and Haines properties

Land Manager: BLM Colorado - Colorado River Valley Field Office

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Jun 10, 2018
Dan Casey
Hiked up and rode down. Pretty amazing trail and views. Some steep sections with exposure on fairly loose scree. 2mi
Nov 19, 2016
Stephanie Striefel
snowy up top, not many hikers; drier on the steep parts; fun rocks to jump over, so fun! 2.5mi

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Stewarded by Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association
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Trail Ratings

  3.9 from 12 votes

#4

in Glenwood Springs

#4844

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#4

in Glenwood Springs

#449

in Colorado

#4,844

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Photos

Boy Scout Ladder Drop
Boy Scout Ladder Drop
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Boy Scout Descent - Glenwood Springs
Boy Scout Descent - Glenwood Springs
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Wulfsohn Mountain Park trails are located on the gentle slopes above the Glenwood Springs Community Rec. Center and the Glenwood Meadows shopping center. Photo credit: Two Rivers Trails.
Wulfsohn Mountain Park trails are located on th…
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Looking back across the ravine at the Boy Scout Trail.
Looking back across the ravine at the Boy Scout…
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Great views of Glenwood from above!
Great views of Glenwood from above!
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