About ADT - Colorado A - O - Seg 3
Colorado Seg 3: Northeast Segment: Nebraska Line to Denver
Photo by Jay Mantri on Unsplash
Easy📏 0.2 mi
ADT - Colorado A - O - Seg 3
Snyder, Nebraska · Morgan County · nwn · American Discovery Trail Society · ADT O3
Colorado Seg 3: Northeast Segment: Nebraska Line to Denver
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40.32700, -103.62568
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Weather at ADT - Colorado A - O - Seg 3
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Light Rain
81°/55°
💧 6%🌬 36mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 8:16 PM
Sun
Overcast
84°/48°
💧 1%🌬 16mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 8:17 PM
Mon
Drizzle
88°/57°
💧 21%🌬 31mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:18 PM
Tue
Light Drizzle
86°/57°
💧 25%🌬 20mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:19 PM
Wed
Rain Showers
79°/59°
💧 18%🌬 20mph
↑ 5:25 AM ↓ 8:19 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
Estimated hike time: 0.3 hours based on 0.2 mi + 0ft of climb (Naismith’s rule). Forecast averages 55–84°F with peak rain chance 25%.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
- Water~0.3 hr estimated hike → aim for at least 0.5L (17 fl oz).
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 8)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Nebraska
Trail conditions in Nebraska change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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