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Mountain Biking · Gunnison, CO

FS 839 Alpine Tunnel 4x4 Road

easyTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 0 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.

88°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 88°

Storm chance

1% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

5.1 moderate

Sun window

6:17 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

10.5mi round trip

Elevation gain

844ft

High point

8,547ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

FS 839 Alpine Tunnel 4x4 Road is a 10.5-mile unpaved route in Gunnison National Forest, suitable for mountain biking with an easy difficulty rating. The trail begins near Pitkin and climbs gradually to a historic elevation of 11,596 feet. Riders travel on a dirt road rather than singletrack, making it accessible for various bike types. The route connects to the Continental Divide Trail and the Alpine Tunnel connector. Key features include restored water tanks, historical markers, and an old train depot at the summit that serves as a shelter or lunch spot. Parking is available immediately upon turning onto the road from Pitkin. The trail is open seasonally, typically from April through October, though usage by ATVs and Jeeps can increase traffic during holiday weekends. Recent reconstruction of the Palisade Wall has restored full access to this historic corridor.

Trail profile

Gain

844 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

4%

High point

8,547 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,703 ft
2Trail Marker7,717 ft
3Trail Marker8,199 ft
4Overlook8,123 ft
5Trail Marker8,547 ft
6Trail End8,340 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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