Fall Hiking · Grand Junction, CO

Connected Lakes Trailhead

moderate

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 4 mi

Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 5:07 pm.

40°

Clear

Feels like 36°

Wind

5 mph ESE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:48 am to 5:07 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 1,690 cfs and falling, water 48°.

Distance

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Elevation gain

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High point

4,637ft

Season

Sep - Novin season

About

The Connected Lakes Trailhead is located in Grand Junction, Colorado, within the Connected Lakes Section of James M. Robb Colorado River State Park. This moderate hike offers a 2.5-mile (4.0 km) loop that takes approximately 43 minutes to complete. The trail traverses a landscape of ponds, wetlands, and riparian zones, providing opportunities for birding, hiking, and trail running. Facilities include parking, restrooms, and ADA-accessible fishing piers. The trail is open year-round but is particularly noted for fall colors from September through November. It is pet-friendly and generally considered an easy route, though hikers should be prepared for variable conditions.

Trail profile

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Gain

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Avg grade

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Steepest

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High point

4,637 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

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Nearby spots

James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park Connected Lakes Section

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