Hiking · Durango, CO
Animas Overlook Connector
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.
Sunny
Feels like 93°
Storm chance
1% afternoon
Wind
5 mph SSW
UV index
7.8 high
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:10 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 68°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
6,534ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Animas Overlook Connector is a short, paved hiking trail located in Durango, Colorado, offering views of the Animas River Valley, downtown Durango, and the San Juan Mountains. The trail is a loop approximately 0.7 miles long with an elevation gain of about 80 feet, reaching a high point of 7,560 feet. It is generally rated as easy and is wheelchair accessible. The surface is paved, and the trail features interpretive signs. Parking is available at the trailhead, though it can fill up on busy days. The trail is accessible year-round, but winter conditions may require traction devices. It is located near Junction Creek Road, just north of Durango.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
6,534 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Spring conditions with some muddy sections. Trail is generally in good shape.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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