Hiking · Durango, CO
Half Ridge
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 1 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.
Sunny
Feels like 93°
Storm chance
1% afternoon
Wind
5 mph SSW
UV index
7.8 high
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:10 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 68°.
Distance
0.4mi round trip
Elevation gain
—
High point
7,247ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Half Ridge is a hiking and mountain biking trail in the Horse Gulch Trail System of Durango, Colorado. The trail replaced a steep fire access road in 2022 and follows the ridge crest for approximately one mile. It connects to several other trails including Charmed, EZ, Flame Out, and Raider Ridge. The trailhead is located off 3rd Street near the Mercy Medicine parking lot, providing accessible parking. Elevation gain is approximately 436 feet over a distance of 1.2 to 1.4 miles, resulting in a difficult rating due to the steep grade. The surface is described as fair condition, with potential for snow and ice in winter and dry dust in summer. Views include the Animas River Valley, La Plata Mountains, and Durango itself. The trail allows for loops with nearby routes like Ben’s Down N Out and Rocky Road.
Trail profile
Gain
—
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
7,247 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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