Hiking · Gunnison, CO
Cement Mountain Trail
Before you go
Live · nearest station Gunnison, 4 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 78°
Storm chance
16% tonight
Wind
10 mph SSW
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:17 am to 8:09 pm
Distance
6.9mi round trip
Elevation gain
537ft
High point
8,322ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Cement Mountain Trail #553 is a 6.6-mile point-to-point hike in the Gunnison National Forest, beginning near Gunnison and ending near Crested Butte. The trail starts at the end of Forest Service Road #813.A2, accessed via Jacks Cabin Cutoff Road. It follows Roaring Judy Creek uphill to a saddle between Cement Mountain and East Cement Mountain, then descends briefly before traversing to intersect with the Rosebud Trail. The route offers alpine views and includes smooth, rooty, and rocky sections with steep climbs. Elevation ranges from 10,465 to 11,600 feet. The trail is open for hiking, biking, and horses, with motorcycles permitted from mid-June through late September. Parking is available at the trailhead. Note that there is visible motorcycle damage on the downhill section toward Roaring Judy Trail #552.
Trail profile
Gain
537 ft
Avg grade
1%
Steepest
2%
High point
8,322 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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