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Fall Hiking · Ouray, CO

Baby Bathtubs Trail

moderate
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Telluride, 10 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

52°

Smoky

Feels like 52°

Wind

5 mph SE

UV index

0.1 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

8,133ft

Season

Sep - Nov

About

The Baby Bathtubs Trail is a short, easy hike located just south of Ouray, Colorado, beginning off Amphitheater Campground Road. The trail follows a small gorge and stream, featuring natural potholes and pools that form the namesake 'bathtubs.' It is popular with families for its accessible terrain and water features, though conditions vary with seasonal water flow. The route shares segments with the Ouray Perimeter Trail and connects to the Portland Trail. Hikers should expect loose gravel, scree, and some steep drop-offs near the gorge edge. Parking is limited to pull-offs near the wooden bridge crossing the gorge. The trail is generally considered easy to moderate, with some sections requiring caution for small children due to the terrain and proximity to the stream.

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Gain

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Steepest

High point

8,133 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

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