Rawah Trail
~3 days · 13.2 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Rawah Trail is known for
Climbs from the Laramie River valley into Colorado's Rawah Wilderness, ending at the junction with the West Branch Trail after about 14 Forest Service miles (this file stores the one-way line). The trail accesses the glacier-carved Rawah Lakes basin below the range's 12,000-ft peaks; typically a 2-3 day trip.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 27,415 ft to 36,759 ft over 13.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 4.3 mi · 33%
- Downhill 8.0 mi · 62%
- Flat 0.6 mi · 5%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Rawah Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Rawah Trail in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 13.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Rawah Trail?
The Rawah Trail climbs roughly 2,001 ft total — about 152 ft per mile, topping out near 11,253 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.