Liberty Bell Trail

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The Liberty Bell Trail is a steep, 2.05-mile hiking route in Telluride on the Western Slope of Colorado. It climbs from town into Liberty Bell Basin, reaching an elevation of 11,568 feet. The trail offers a difficult rating with approximately 3,572 feet of elevation gain. Hikers typically complete the ascent in about one hour to an hour and twenty-two minutes, depending on pace. The path follows an old mining road and passes through stands of aspen trees, which provide color in the fall. The surface includes loose gravel and is generally easy to follow. Parking is available at the trailhead near North Oak Street. The trail is accessible year-round, though winter conditions may require additional preparation. At the end of the 2-mile stretch, the trail enters private land where remains of an old cabin and mining ruins are visible. The route connects with the Jud Wiebe Trail and the Sheridan Crosscut Trail, allowing for extended loops or descents toward the Tomboy Mine.