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Mountain Biking · Delta, CO

Black Ridge Trail

difficultTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Delta County, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:14 pm.

71°

Smoky

Feels like 71°

Wind

5 mph NE

UV index

4.2 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:14 pm

Uncompahgre River at Delta is running 139 cfs and rising, water 62°.

Distance

2.7mi round trip

Elevation gain

92ft

High point

5,030ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Black Ridge Trail is a 2.7-mile mountain biking route in the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation and Wilderness Area near Delta, Colorado. The trail begins at the upper end of Eagle Road and follows the ridge south before descending to Chukar Road. The terrain features rolling doubletrack, slickrock, and steep, loose sections with rocky outcrops. Riders encounter a 3-4 foot ledge drop near the end of the ridge, with options to jump or pass through slots. The trail offers elevated views of the Gunnison River and Chukar Road below. It serves as part of the longer Red Rocks/Nighthorse trail system. Access is available from Eagle or Elephant Skin trailheads. The trail is generally open from April through October. Parking is available at the trailhead. Dogs are permitted on the trail.

Trail profile

Gain

92 ft

Avg grade

1%

Steepest

1%

High point

5,030 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead4,961 ft
2Trail Marker5,030 ft
3Trail End4,938 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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