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Mountain Biking · Gunnison, CO

Gateway

difficultTrail 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

5.8 moderate

Sun window

6:17 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

2.3mi round trip

Elevation gain

168ft

High point

8,074ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Gateway is a mountain biking trail located near Gunnison, Colorado. The trail is approximately 2.0 to 2.3 miles long and sits at an elevation of 8,074 feet. Difficulty ratings vary by source: The Slope and RidePal classify it as difficult or black diamond, while MTB Project describes it as mostly intermediate with brief technical sections. Trailforks lists it as a popular blue (intermediate) multi-trail with moderate overall physical rating and a 206-foot climb. The route is typically accessible from April through October. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the trail is pet-friendly. The surface is described as ground surface, likely singletrack. Riders should expect steep inclines, technical descents, and potentially rocky or uneven terrain. The estimated ride time is about one hour, though RidePal suggests a faster 22-minute window.

Trail profile

Gain

168 ft

Avg grade

1%

Steepest

2%

High point

8,074 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,906 ft
2Trail Marker8,050 ft
3Trail End8,001 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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