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Mountain Biking · Gunnison, CO

Old Car

moderateTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 0 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:03 pm.

64°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 64°

Storm chance

36% tonight

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:03 pm

Distance

0.2mi round trip

Elevation gain

High point

8,019ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Old Car trail is a 0.2-mile singletrack located in Gunnison, Colorado, at an elevation of 8,019 feet. It is classified as a moderate route and serves as a connector between the Contour trail and the Ridgeline trail. The path sits above Mountaineer Bowl, northeast of Western State College, and is part of the Signal Peak multi-trail system. Riders can access the trail year-round in terms of availability, with typical usage from April through October. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the route allows for both directions of travel. The trail is pet-friendly and has undergone recent maintenance by Gunnison Trails and Western State College Facilities Services. It is a well-used path for mountain bikers, walkers, and runners.

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Steepest

High point

8,019 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,926 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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