Hiking · Durango, CO
Lupine (West Rim Trail)
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miStorms build later today. Plan an early finish.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 59°
Storm chance
57% tonight
Wind
5 mph NE
Animas River at Durango is running 825 cfs and rising, water 55°.
Distance
0.6mi round trip
Elevation gain
16ft
High point
6,535ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
The Lupine Trail, also known as the West Rim Trail, is a 0.6-mile moderate hike in Durango, Colorado. Located on the Western Slope at an elevation of 6,535 feet, the trail offers a steady climb through pine forests and open terrain. It serves as an alternative route to the summit of Animas Mountain, featuring switchbacks and grade reversals that make the ascent reasonable despite steep upper sections. Hikers gain views of Chapman Lake, Junction Creek, and the La Plata Mountains to the west, as well as Animas Valley to the north. The trail is accessible year-round with parking available at the start. Typical completion time is approximately 20 minutes.
Trail profile
Gain
16 ft
Avg grade
1%
Steepest
0%
High point
6,535 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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