Hiking · Gunnison, CO
Buddy Bear Trail
Before you go
Live · nearest station Gunnison, 1 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 82°
Wind
5 mph WSW
UV index
7.5 high
Sun window
6:16 am to 8:09 pm
Distance
1.2mi round trip
Elevation gain
261ft
High point
8,084ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Buddy Bear Trail is a 1.2-mile loop located in Gunnison, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The trail sits at an elevation of 8,084 feet and offers easy difficulty with a total elevation gain of approximately 263 to 271 feet. It is classified as a green difficulty singletrack and is suitable for hiking, biking, trail running, and horseback riding. The surface is dirt, and the route connects Josie's Trail and Dirty Sock Trail. Parking is available at the trailhead. The trail is open year-round, from January through December, and allows dogs. It is managed by the BLM Gunnison Field Office within Hartman Rocks. The typical duration to complete the hike is about one hour, though some sources estimate 36 minutes. The trailhead is accessible by highway vehicles.
Trail profile
Gain
261 ft
Avg grade
4%
Steepest
4%
High point
8,084 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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