Opal Hill Trailhead

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The Opal Hill Trailhead in Fruita, Colorado, provides a moderate hiking route with an elevation of 4,589 feet. The trailhead serves as access to nearby trails, including the Opal Hill Trail and Opal Hill Loop. These routes are generally rated as easy to moderate, with lengths ranging from 1.8 miles to 2.4 miles for the loops and approximately 0.5 miles (773 meters) for the singletrack section. Hikers typically complete these routes in 48 to 53 minutes, though a broader two-hour window is often cited for the trailhead area. The site is open year-round, with September through November identified as a suitable season for fall hiking. Parking and restrooms are available at the trailhead, and pets are permitted, with some areas allowing dogs to be off-leash. The trails feature unique geological formations and are used for hiking, walking, trail running, and horseback riding. While the trails are popular, they offer opportunities for solitude during quieter times. The area is near Fruita on the Western Slope.