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Hiking · Durango, CO

Lower Loop

moderateTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Live · nearest station Durango, 0 mi
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Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

66°

Smoky

Feels like 66°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

3.9 moderate

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 62°.

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

1Trailhead6,532 ft
2Viewpoint6,532 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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