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Mountain Biking · Montrose, CO

Cowpoke Gulch Road

moderateTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Montrose, 0 mi
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64°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 64°

Storm chance

10% overnight

Wind

5 mph SE

Distance

4.7mi round trip

Elevation gain

641ft

High point

6,491ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Cowpoke Gulch Road is a 4.7-mile doubletrack route located near Montrose, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The trail is classified as moderate and typically takes about one hour to complete. It begins at an elevation of approximately 5,809 feet and climbs steadily through scrubland with a total ascent of roughly 796 feet, reaching an upper elevation near 7,283 feet. The surface is dirt and gravel, managed by the BLM Uncompahgre Field Office within the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the route allows bikes, horses, hiking, and motorcycles. The road is accessible from April through October, depending on weather conditions.

Trail profile

Gain

641 ft

Avg grade

3%

Steepest

5%

High point

6,491 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead6,491 ft
2Scenic View5,850 ft
3Trail End5,889 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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