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Hiking · Ridgway, CO

Fishing Pond Connector

easySpring conditions with some muddy sections. Trail is generally in good shape.
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Live · nearest station Telluride, 15 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:06 pm.

57°

Chance of Rain

Feels like 57°

Trailhead temp

62° est. at 7,354 ft

Storm chance

10% tonight

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:25 am to 8:06 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

7,354ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Fishing Pond Connector is a short, easy hiking trail located in Ridgway State Park on Colorado’s Western Slope. It serves as a connector route, linking to the broader trail network within the park. The trailhead is situated near Ridgway, Colorado, at an elevation of approximately 7,354 feet. Access is straightforward with parking available at the start of the hike. The route is described as relatively flat and straightforward, making it suitable for hikers of all skill levels, including families. The trail is open year-round, allowing for hiking, Nordic skiing, and snowshoeing. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash. Bicycles are also allowed on the trail. The surface is dirt. The trail is part of the extensive trail system within Ridgway State Park, which features diverse terrain including grasslands and pinyon-juniper forests.

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High point

7,354 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,349 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring conditions with some muddy sections. Trail is generally in good shape.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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