Hiking · Paonia, CO
Elitches
Before you go
Live · nearest station Delta County, 17 miGood window today.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 79°
Trailhead temp
75° est. at 6,037 ft
Storm chance
16% afternoon
Wind
10 mph W
Distance
1mi round trip
Elevation gain
702ft
High point
6,739ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Elitches Trail is a 1-mile hiking route in Paonia, Colorado, situated on the Western Slope at an elevation of 6,037 feet. The trail serves as a primary access point to the Jumbo Mountain Trails system, connecting hikers to nearby routes such as Big Man Climb and Slant-N-Dicular. The path begins at a trailhead near town and ascends along a prominent ridgeline, often described as having a rollercoaster profile. It terminates at Powerline Road, where it intersects with other trails and leads toward the Tower of Power. The surface is ground, and the route is generally considered easy to moderate in difficulty. Typical completion time is approximately one hour. Parking is available at the start. The trail is open year-round and sees use for hiking, mountain biking, and running.
Trail profile
Gain
702 ft
Avg grade
13%
Steepest
13%
High point
6,739 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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