Fall Hiking · Durango, CO
Colorado Trail Trailhead
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 4 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Sunny
Feels like 79°
Wind
5 mph SE
UV index
6.1 high
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:11 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 64°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
6,996ft
Season
Sep - Nov
About
The Colorado Trail Trailhead in Durango serves as a starting point for hiking the 567-mile Colorado Trail, which extends from Durango to Denver. Located in the San Juan National Forest at an elevation of 6,996 feet, this moderate-difficulty trail offers a hike lasting approximately two hours. The site is accessible from September through November, a period noted for prominent fall foliage. Practical amenities include available parking and restrooms. The trail permits pets and is open to hikers, bikers, and horseback riders. While the full trail spans rugged environments and high elevations, this specific trailhead provides a convenient entry point for exploring the local wilderness.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
6,996 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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