Fall Hiking · Montrose, CO
Duncan Trailhead
Before you go
Live · nearest station Delta County, 7 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 94°
Trailhead temp
90° est. at 6,148 ft
Storm chance
1% afternoon
Wind
10 mph W
UV index
7 high
Sun window
6:20 am to 8:13 pm
Uncompahgre River at Delta is running 142 cfs and rising, water 68°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
6,148ft
Season
Sep - Nov
About
Duncan Trailhead in Montrose, Colorado, serves as the access point for the Duncan and Bighorn trails within the Gunnison Gorge Wilderness. Located at an elevation of 6,148 feet, this moderate difficulty trailhead is suitable for fall hiking from September through November. The primary Duncan Trail descends steeply and ruggedly toward the Gunnison River, covering approximately 1,549 feet of singletrack. It is not suitable for horses, whereas the connecting Bighorn Trail allows them. Hikers typically spend about two hours on the route, which is generally dry during these months. The trailhead provides a self-serve fee station, with day use costing $3 per person for those entering and exiting on the same day. Amenities include a shade structure, picnic table, vault toilet, and an informational kiosk. Parking is available, and dogs are welcome on leashes.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
6,148 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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