Hiking · Ridgway, CO
Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Rec. Trail
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 15 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.
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
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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