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Fall Hiking · Paonia, CO

Paonia River Park

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Delta County, 16 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

95°

Smoky

Feels like 95°

Trailhead temp

92° est. at 5,644 ft

Storm chance

1% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

UV index

5.2 moderate

Sun window

6:19 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

5,644ft

Season

Sep - Nov

About

Paonia River Park in Paonia, Colorado, offers a moderate hiking experience along the North Fork Gunnison River. The park features a lollipop loop trail maintained by the Western Slope Conservation Center, which is suitable for walking, running, and strollers. The trail follows the river past boat launches and overlooks, providing views of the waterway that was reclaimed from a former in-stream gravel mine. The typical duration for this hike is about 2 hours, with an elevation of 5,644 feet. Parking and restrooms are available at the trailhead. The park is pet-friendly, allowing dogs on the trails. Accessible from September through November, the site serves as a family-friendly recreation area in Western Colorado.

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Steepest

High point

5,644 ft

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Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

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