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Fall Hiking · Palisade, CO

Colorado Riverfront Trail Trailhead

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 11 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

79°

Smoky

Feels like 79°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

4.7 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 71°.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

4,690ft

Season

Sep - Nov

About

The Colorado Riverfront Trail Trailhead in Palisade, Colorado, serves as a moderate hiking access point along the Colorado River. Located at an elevation of 4,690 feet on the Western Slope, this trail connects to a larger network extending from Fruita to Palisade. The route follows the river corridor, offering views of the surrounding landscape and wildlife habitat. Hikers typically spend about 2 hours completing this section, which is suitable for September through November. The trailhead provides parking and restrooms. Pets are permitted on the path. The area is part of a long-standing conservation effort to protect river corridors and provide outdoor recreation opportunities.

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Steepest

High point

4,690 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

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