Wilderness Area & Trails
Explore our miles and miles of protected and designated wilderness areas and trails in Grand County. Whether you prefer a short, easy hike or a multi-day backpacking excursion, there is something for every explorer in Grand County.
Explore for miles and miles
- Byers Peak Wilderness
- Continental Divide National Scenic Trails
- Fraser To Granby Trail
- Idlewild Trail System
- Indian Peaks Wilderness
- Never Summer Wilderness
- Vasquez Peak Wilderness
Byers Peak Wilderness
The Byers Peak Wilderness area boasts 23 miles of high-elevation trails, rewarding hikers with sweeping views as they traverse the alpine tundra of Grand County.
DetailsContinental Divide National Scenic Trails
The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through some of Grand County’s (and Colorado's) most impressive summit landscapes.
DetailsFraser To Granby Trail
The Fraser to Granby Trail is the perfect trail for all ages and skill levels to hike, bike and cross-country ski. Start your journey in Winter Park on paved, dual track trails and head into the Fraser Valley as you are surrounded with towering peaks and old mining homesteads.
DetailsIdlewild Trail System
The Idlewild Trail System is a single-track route which climbs and descends the roller coaster of trails just outside of the town of Winter Park.
DetailsIndian Peaks Wilderness
Indian Peaks Wilderness encompasses 76,711 acres of lakes, streams, trails and soaring mountain peaks.
DetailsNever Summer Wilderness
Situated to the west of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Never Summer Wilderness area provides a beautiful backdrop for the famous mountain vistas from Trail Ridge Road.
DetailsVasquez Peak Wilderness
Vasquez Peak boasts wide-open views of the Indian Peaks and Eagles Nest mountain ranges with a tranquil network of trails.
DetailsSomething for Every Explorer
Explore miles and miles of protected and designated wilderness areas and trails in Grand County.
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