Hiking · Durango, CO
Aquila
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miStorms build later today. Plan an early finish.
Mostly Sunny
Feels like 96°
Storm chance
9% afternoon
Wind
10 mph NW
UV index
4.4 moderate
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:10 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 70°.
Distance
1.12mi round trip
Elevation gain
59ft
High point
6,591ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Aquila is a 1.12-mile singletrack trail on Animas Mountain near Durango, Colorado. It serves as a connector between north-south trails, facilitating loop routes when upper trails are closed for wildlife. The trail features a moderate overall physical rating with approximately 3 feet of blue-level climb and passes through ponderosa pine and shrubby understory. Parking is available at the trailhead. Access varies by season: the section from Aquila southward is closed from December 1 to April 15, while the upper Animas Mountain trails are closed from December 1 to July 31. Hikers should watch for bikers on this multi-use trail.
Trail profile
Gain
59 ft
Avg grade
1%
Steepest
1%
High point
6,591 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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