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Hiking · Gunnison, CO

Shoelace

moderateTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 0 mi
Not today

Storms are nearly certain by the afternoon. Not a day for exposed ground.

80°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 80°

Storm chance

83% afternoon

Wind

0 mph

Distance

1.1mi round trip

Elevation gain

17ft

High point

7,720ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Shoelace trail is a short, moderate hike located near Gunnison, Colorado. It is classified as a singletrack route with a total distance of approximately 1 to 1.1 miles and an elevation gain of about 243 feet. The trail sits at an elevation of roughly 7,710 feet and typically takes about one hour to complete. It is accessible year-round and features available parking. The route is rated as intermediate difficulty, indicating uneven terrain or inclines, and is suitable for use in both directions. Dogs are permitted on the trail.

Trail profile

Gain

17 ft

Avg grade

0%

Steepest

0%

High point

7,720 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,703 ft
2Viewpoint7,720 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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