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Hiking · Durango, CO

Animas Connector

moderateTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Live · nearest station Durango, 0 mi
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Good window today. Daylight to 8:08 pm.

64°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 64°

Storm chance

2% overnight

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:24 am to 8:08 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 161 cfs, water 66°.

Distance

0.1mi round trip

Elevation gain

High point

6,902ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Animas Connector is a short, 0.1-mile hiking trail in Durango, Colorado, serving as a connector to the Animas Mountain Trail system. Located at an elevation of 6,902 feet, the trail features a ground surface and is classified as easy to moderate in difficulty. Parking is available at the trailhead. The route is open year-round. While some sources describe it as potentially steep due to its short length, others characterize it as gentle terrain suitable for most skill levels. It is distinct from the nearby Animas Overlook Trail.

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Steepest

High point

6,902 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead6,892 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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