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    1. Outdoor
    2. Mountain Biking
    3. Palisade Plunge: Mesa Top TH - Shirttail Point TH Section

    Palisade Plunge: Mesa Top TH - Shirttail Point TH Section

    Palisade, CO 81000
    Mountain Biking
    Moderate
    Palisade Plunge: Mesa Top TH - Shirttail Point TH Section main view
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    Palisade Plunge: Mesa Top TH - Shirttail Point TH Section
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    Palisade Plunge: Mesa Top TH - Shirttail Point TH Section
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    Palisade Plunge: Mesa Top TH - Shirttail Point TH Section
    Elevation
    10,736ft
    Distance
    12.10 miles
    Duration
    3 hours
    Season
    Apr - Oct
    In Season

    Current Conditions

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

    Reported 3/2/2025 • Verified

    About

    The Palisade Plunge trail section from Mesa Top TH to Shirttail Point TH is a moderate 12.10-mile mountain biking route that takes riders through a variety of terrain at an elevation of 10,736 feet. The trail conditions can be dry and rocky, with some steep and technical sections, requiring a good level of skill and physical fitness. Riders can expect to spend around 3 hours and 1 minute completing this section, which is typically accessible from April to October, depending on snow conditions. Parking is available at the trailheads, and pets are allowed to accompany riders on this route.

    Elevation Profile

    Trail Points

    Parking • 9,901ft

    Trailhead

    Waypoint • 9,973ft

    Trail Marker

    Waypoint • 10,045ft

    Trail Marker

    Viewpoint • 10,736ft

    Overlook

    Waypoint • 10,663ft

    Trail Marker

    Viewpoint • 10,591ft

    Trail End

    Amenities

    Parking Available
    Pet Friendly
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