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Mountain Biking · Grand Mesa, CO

Prospector

difficultTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Delta County, 21 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.

73°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 73°

Trailhead temp

54° est. at 10,440 ft

Storm chance

2% overnight

Wind

5 mph SSE

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:20 am to 8:13 pm

Distance

1.7mi round trip

Elevation gain

138ft

High point

10,440ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Prospector is a downhill mountain biking trail located at Powderhorn Mountain Resort on the Grand Mesa, near Palisade. The trail is accessed by taking the Blue Ribbon lift to the top and following a well-signed branch to the left into the Sven's Bend area. It is characterized by sweeping berms, some on the steeper and tighter side, and offers multiple jump opportunities with ride-arounds for varying skill levels. The trail connects to Paddy Wagon, a rolling connector that leads back to the base area. Parking is available near the trailhead, and pets are allowed. The trail is open from April through October, depending on snow conditions.

Trail profile

Gain

138 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

2%

High point

10,440 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead10,361 ft
2Trail Marker10,407 ft
3Trail End10,302 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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