Hiking · Durango, CO
Jacob's Cliff Trail
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miGood window today.
Mostly Sunny
Feels like 65°
Storm chance
14% afternoon
Wind
5 mph S
Animas River at Durango is running 1,200 cfs and falling, water 49°.
Distance
1.2mi round trip
Elevation gain
231ft
High point
6,956ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Jacob's Cliff Trail is a 1.15 to 1.2-mile dirt doubletrack road in Dalla Mountain Park, Durango, Colorado. The trail serves as an access point for hiking, mountain biking, and bouldering on Animas City Mountain. It is a multi-use path that allows leashed dogs and bikes but excludes motorcycles and ATVs. The route begins at a dirt parking area accessible via 25th Street (Junction Creek Road) off Highway 550. The trail offers approximately 260 to 270 feet of elevation gain, reaching a summit near 6,960 feet. Conditions are generally good year-round, though winter snow and ice may require preparation. The surface is a wide dirt track suitable for casual hiking and biking.
Trail profile
Gain
231 ft
Avg grade
4%
Steepest
4%
High point
6,956 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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