Hiking · Fruita, CO
Historic Trails View
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 11 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:17 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 92°
Trailhead temp
89° est. at 5,348 ft
Storm chance
2% afternoon
Wind
0 mph
UV index
8 very high
Sun window
6:23 am to 8:17 pm
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
5,348ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Historic Trails View is a pullout and trailhead located in Colorado National Monument near Fruita, accessible via 12 Rimrock Dr. The site centers on an interpretive sign detailing a cattle trail constructed in the 1880s, offering views of the surrounding landscape. The hike is classified as moderate and typically takes about two hours to complete. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the area is pet-friendly. The trail is open year-round, though conditions can vary with the weather.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
5,348 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
No waypoints mapped for this trail yet.
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