Mountain Biking · Silverton, CO
Rainbow Trail Alt Downhill
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.
Partly Cloudy
Feels like 53°
Trailhead temp
50° est. at 9,612 ft
Storm chance
2% overnight
Wind
5 mph SE
UV index
0 low
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:09 pm
Distance
0.6mi round trip
Elevation gain
119ft
High point
9,612ft
Season
Apr - Octpeak now
About
The Rainbow Trail Alt Downhill is a short, designated one-way mountain biking route located just outside Silverton, Colorado. Spanning 0.6 miles at an elevation of 9,612 feet, this trail serves as a flow-oriented alternative to the main Rainbow Trail. It is machine-built and features berms, rollers, small drops, jumps, and a rock garden. The trail is moderate in difficulty and is best ridden downhill, though it includes small climbs and can be looped for repeated laps. Access is easy with parking available at the trailhead, and pets are permitted. The trail is open from April through October. It is suitable for riders seeking a brief, technical session with less complexity than the surrounding high-alpine routes.
Trail profile
Gain
119 ft
Avg grade
4%
Steepest
7%
High point
9,612 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified
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