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Hiking · Paonia, CO

Slant'n'Dicular

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

Live · nearest station Delta County, 16 mi
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Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

79°

Smoky

Feels like 79°

Trailhead temp

76° est. at 5,679 ft

Wind

5 mph NW

UV index

6.1 high

Sun window

6:18 am to 8:12 pm

Distance

1.6mi round trip

Elevation gain

470ft

High point

6,110ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Slant'n'Dicular is a 1.6 to 1.9-mile moderate hiking trail in Paonia, Colorado, connecting the Powerline Road area to the Jumbo Mountain Trail System. The route begins at the 'Tower of Power' junction on Powerline Road and ascends roughly 826 feet to the 'Grassy Knoll' at approximately 6,800 feet elevation. Hikers traverse a mix of meadowy shoulders and pinion-juniper forest, passing a sturdy bridge over a gully and connecting with the Big Man Climb, Elitches, and Ridge of Doom trails. The trail is accessible year-round, from January through December. Winter conditions may bring snow cover, while summer months can be dry and hot. Parking is available at the trailhead near Pan American Avenue, with additional space at Apple Valley Park, which includes a restroom. The typical hike duration is one hour.

Trail profile

Gain

470 ft

Avg grade

6%

Steepest

6%

High point

6,110 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead6,110 ft
2Viewpoint5,640 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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