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Hiking · Ridgway, CO

Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Rec. Trail

easyTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Telluride, 15 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

59°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 59°

Trailhead temp

63° est. at 7,510 ft

Storm chance

7% tonight

Wind

5 mph E

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

0.6mi round trip

Elevation gain

125ft

High point

7,635ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Recreational Paths Trail is a 0.6-mile paved loop located within Ridgway State Park in Western Colorado. The trail features a concrete surface and gentle terrain, classified as easy with minimal elevation gain ranging from 6,640 to 6,698 feet. It serves as a primary non-motorized link connecting the Pa-Co-Chu-Puk area on the north side of the park to the Dutch Charlie section. The path allows leashed dogs, bicycles, and Nordic skiing in winter. Parking is available at the trailhead, and the route remains accessible year-round.

Trail profile

Gain

125 ft

Avg grade

4%

Steepest

4%

High point

7,635 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,510 ft
2Viewpoint7,635 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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