Explore the Trail
Established by Congress in 1978, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) spans 3,100 miles between Mexico and Canada, traversing five states and connecting countless communities along the spine of the Rocky Mountains.
Take a Hike
Ranging from 4,000 to 14,000 feet, the the CDT provides a variety of recreational activities to hundreds of thousands of people each year, including hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting, and sight-seeing, mountain bicycling, backpacking, and more. For the long-distance hiking community, the CDT is one-third of the “Triple Crown,” (along with the Appalachian and Pacific Crest Trails) and annually approximately 150 to 400 ambitious travelers will attempt to complete an end-to-end trek, called a “thruhike.”
CDT Gateway Communities
Gateway Communities are an integral part of the CDT experience. The people and communities along the CDT provide valuable services, community and support, and one-of-a-kind activities throughout the Rocky Mountains.
CDT Interactive Map
The new CDTC interactive map has functionality like never before! Check many layers of information, from Gateway Community locations to water data.
Hiking Resources
Whether you’re on an afternoon hike or an epic journey, CDTC is here to support your Continental Divide Trail adventure.
Closures And Notices
CDTC is committed to providing up-to-date trail information. Know before you go, and check out the current trail alerts.
History of the CDT
The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) is a living connector of communities along the spine of North America.
The CDT Experience
The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is far more than a path on the ground; rather, it is the sum of the scenic, natural, cultural, and historical qualities of the areas surrounding the trail that make a journey along the CDT unique and spectacular. The Continental Divide Trail is protected and maintained not only for the physical trail, but more importantly, for the experiences it provides.