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Mountain Biking · Silverton, CO

Singletrack connector from Cascade Divide Road to the Colorado Trail.

difficultSpring conditions. Trail may be muddy after recent rain. Check trail status before riding.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Telluride, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

80°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 80°

Storm chance

29% afternoon

Wind

5 mph W

UV index

2 low

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:10 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

9,309ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Singletrack connector from Cascade Divide Road to the Colorado Trail is a short, difficult mountain biking route located near Silverton and Rico in Western Colorado. The trail spans approximately 0.9 miles (1.4 kilometers) with an elevation range from roughly 10,933 feet to 11,301 feet. It serves as a direct link between Cascade Divide Road and the main Colorado Trail, allowing riders to transition from the 4WD road onto natural surface singletrack. The route is classified as difficult, requiring skill and physical fitness to navigate uneven terrain and potential obstacles. Access is available from April through October, though riders should expect variable weather and possible snow patches at this high elevation. Parking is provided near the trailhead, and the path is pet friendly. E-bikes are permitted on this connector.

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Gain

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,309 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead9,308 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring conditions. Trail may be muddy after recent rain. Check trail status before riding.

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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