Hiking · Durango, CO
Lower Loop
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miGood window today. Daylight to 6:28 pm.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 53°
Storm chance
37% tonight
Wind
0 mph
UV index
0 low
Sun window
7:23 am to 6:28 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 1,180 cfs and falling, water 49°.
Distance
0.62mi round trip
Elevation gain
2ft
High point
6,534ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Lower Loop is a short, 0.62-mile hiking trail located in Durango, Colorado. Managed by the City of Durango, the trail connects the Upper Twin Buttes and Upper Ed & Flo trails. It is a multi-use route allowing hiking, biking, and dogs (leashed), with parking available at the trailhead. The trail sits at an elevation of approximately 6,534 feet and covers a distance of 3,366 feet. The route is rated moderate difficulty with a total elevation gain of 85 feet. The trail allows for bidirectional travel and is accessible year-round, though conditions vary with seasonal snow and ice. It is suitable for a brief hike lasting approximately 21 minutes.
Trail profile
Gain
2 ft
Avg grade
0%
Steepest
—
High point
6,534 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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