Fall Hiking · Ridgway, CO
Rat Trails
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 17 miStorms build later today. Plan an early finish.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 55°
Trailhead temp
61° est. at 7,100 ft
Storm chance
71% afternoon
Wind
5 mph NNE
UV index
0.1 low
Sun window
6:59 am to 7:06 pm
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
7,100ft
Season
Sep - Novin season
About
The Ridgway Area Trails, or RAT, is a network of hand-built singletrack near Ridgway, Colorado, primarily known for mountain biking but also used for hiking and running. The system spans over 40 miles across the RAT Trails and Dennis Weaver Trail systems, featuring rolling terrain with elevations reaching approximately 7,600 feet. While the trails are multi-use and popular with bikers, hikers can access the network year-round, though the system observes a seasonal closure from December 1 to May 1. The moderate difficulty and roughly 2-hour duration for specific loops make it a manageable option for fall exploration. Parking is available at trailheads, and pets are permitted. The trails are maintained by the volunteer RAT chapter of COPMOBA.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
7,100 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Restrooms available
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
No waypoints mapped for this trail yet.
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