NORTH TRAIL #1896 - TRAPPER’S RUN

 

Length: 0.7 miles (one way)                     Trail Use: High

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate                     Open To: Hiking, Biking, Horseback

Beginning Elevation: 7,923 ft.                 Ending Elevation: 8,300 ft.

Elevation Gain: +377 ft.                           USGS Map(s): Minturn

 

Access from Vail : Travel west on I-70 to Exit 173 for West Vail. Proceed west on the North Frontage Road for 1/4 mile. The trailhead is on the left at the first turn in the road. Parking is available on the right just before the turn in the road.
 
Trail Highlights : The trail climbs gradually through pine and aspen. Along the way there are some good views of Vail Mountain. The trail ends on Davos Road, also known as Cortina Lane.   Turning right on it will take you to the Davos Single-track. Turn left up the Single-track to access the North Trail.