Hiking · Paonia, CO
Big Man Climb
Before you go
Live · nearest station Delta County, 16 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 77°
Trailhead temp
74° est. at 5,681 ft
Storm chance
15% tonight
Wind
10 mph SE
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:20 am to 8:10 pm
Distance
1.2mi round trip
Elevation gain
447ft
High point
6,097ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Big Man Climb is a 1.2-mile hiking trail in Paonia, Colorado, situated within the Jumbo Mountain Trails area. The route follows Powerline Road and connects to the Elitches, Slant'n'Dicular, and Long Draw trails. Hikers start near a ridge junction where Powerline Road crosses these paths. The trail offers an elevation gain of approximately 433 feet, leading to a total elevation around 5,681 to 6,598 feet. Most sources classify the difficulty as moderate, though one app rates it hard due to the steady climb. The typical duration is about 40 minutes to an hour. Parking is available at the trailhead. The trail is accessible year-round, with conditions varying by season.
Trail profile
Gain
447 ft
Avg grade
7%
Steepest
7%
High point
6,097 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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