Fall Hiking · Durango, CO
Carbon Junction Trailhead
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 61°
Wind
0 mph
UV index
2.1 low
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:10 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 62°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
6,459ft
Season
Sep - Nov
About
The Carbon Junction Trailhead in Durango, Colorado, offers a moderate 2.1-mile hiking route on the Western Slope. Located near 9th Street and Main Avenue, the trail connects to the Grandview Ridge Trail System. The route features dirt surface terrain with an elevation gain of approximately 630 feet, ranging from 6,457 to 7,087 feet. Hikers typically complete the trail in about two hours. The path is designed for multi-use, allowing dogs, bikes, and horses. Parking is available at the trailhead, which sits along Carbon Junction Frontage Road. Restrooms are present at the site. The trail is open for hiking from September through November, with conditions generally described as dry and suitable for fall foliage viewing. While some sources classify the trail as easy or moderate, it is widely recognized as a popular local route for both hiking and mountain biking.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
6,459 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Restrooms available
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
No waypoints mapped for this trail yet.
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