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Mountain Biking · Paonia, CO

Elitches-Gully Connector

easySpring conditions. Trail may be muddy after recent rain. Check trail status before riding.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Delta County, 16 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

65°

Smoky

Feels like 65°

Trailhead temp

62° est. at 5,681 ft

Wind

5 mph ENE

UV index

0.7 low

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

5,681ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Elitches-Gully Connector is a mountain biking route in Paonia, Colorado, serving as a link within the Jumbo Mountain Trails network. The trailhead is located at Apple Valley Park on Pan American Avenue. The route functions as a connector between the Elitches Trail and the Gully Trail, with the loop beginning on the Elitches Trail and returning via the Gully Trail. It is classified as an easy, Class 1 e-bike accessible multi-use trail suitable for mountain bikes, equestrians, and pedestrians. The trail winds around a nearby creek. Parking is available at the trailhead. Pets are permitted. The trail is accessible from April through October. Shade is limited in some sections. The trail is part of the larger Jumbo Mountain system, with the Elitches segment serving as an ascent trail to access the mid-section of the network.

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Steepest

High point

5,681 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead5,679 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring conditions. Trail may be muddy after recent rain. Check trail status before riding.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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