Fall Hiking · Durango, CO
Cross Mountain Trailhead
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 84°
Trailhead temp
80° est. at 10,032 ft
Wind
5 mph W
UV index
5.6 moderate
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:11 pm
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
10,032ft
Season
Sep - Nov
About
The Cross Mountain Trailhead in Durango, Colorado, provides a moderate hiking route accessible from September through November. The trail covers approximately 7 miles with an elevation gain of roughly 1,976 feet, reaching a maximum elevation near 11,935 feet. Hikers typically complete the route in about two hours. The path features a steady incline through dense forest and meadows, transitioning from dirt to rocky sections. Parking is available at the trailhead, though restrooms are not consistently present according to recent reviews. The area supports pets and may have bear activity. Durango, situated in the San Juan Mountains at 6,512 feet, serves as a base for this hike. The trail offers views of Lizard Head and connects to broader regional networks like the Colorado Trail.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
10,032 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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