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Longwater Trail No. 654

Water is not available at the trailhead. It is recommended to carry extra drinking water on hot days. Backcountry water is available on the lower end in the South Platte River.



 The Basics


Difficulty: Intermediate
Length: 3.5 miles
Elevation: 8100 to 7000 feet
Trailhead Elevation: 8100 feet
Elevation Change: 1100 foot drop
Time to Allow: 1.5 - 2.5 hours
Season: Year Round
Managed By: South Park Ranger District
Pike & San Isabel National Forests Cimarron & Comanche National Grasslands
PO Box 219
Fairplay, CO  80440
Phone: 719-836-2031


 Directions to Trailhead

Turn off of the Tarryall road onto FDR 210. It may be difficult to locate the trailhead because this a popular four-wheel drive area. Continue on main road. The beginning of the trail follows the main road for the first mile. After this point, the trail becomes defined to a hiking trail marked by trail signs. After reaching the Platte River, the trail again follows four-wheel drive routes, connecting to FDR 220B. On y@ur return trip, hike the same trail back.






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