Karni Mata Loop

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The Karni Mata Loop is a mountain biking route in the RAT Trail System near Ridgway, Colorado. It functions as a lollipop trail, meaning riders return to the same trailhead they started from. The trail spans approximately 3.6 to 4.2 miles and sits at an elevation of 7,387 feet. Riders typically complete the loop in about one hour, though AllTrails data suggests an average time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. The route is generally classified as moderate difficulty. While the climbing is described as relatively easy, the downhill section contains switchbacks and jumps that can be technical for beginners. The trail is accessible from April through October, with May through October cited as the optimal window. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the trail is pet-friendly. It is part of a larger network in Ridgway, a known mountain biking hub. Some sources note the trail is unlikely to be crowded.