Mountain Biking · Durango, CO
Colorado Trail: Silverton to Durango IMBA Epic
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.
Mostly Sunny
Feels like 95°
Storm chance
1% afternoon
Wind
10 mph WSW
UV index
7.2 high
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:10 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 69°.
Distance
75.4mi round trip
Elevation gain
6,424ft
High point
12,799ft
Season
Apr - Octpeak now
About
The Colorado Trail segment from Silverton to Durango is a 75.4-mile difficult mountain biking route designated as an IMBA Epic. The ride begins at Molas Pass, located west of the Weminuche Wilderness, and follows 73 miles of uninterrupted bike-legal singletrack to downtown Durango. The trail traverses the San Juan mountain range with an average elevation above 10,000 feet and peaks over 12,300 feet at Molas, Blackhawk, Efendi, and Kennebec passes. The total elevation gain results in a typical duration of approximately 25 hours for through riders. Key access points include Bolam Pass, where a hut is available for lodging. The route features technical climbs, rocky descents, and ridgeline riding above timberline. Seasonal access runs from April through October, contingent on snow conditions. Parking is available at trailheads, and the route permits pets.
Trail profile
Gain
6,424 ft
Avg grade
2%
Steepest
8%
High point
12,799 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified
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