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Mountain Biking · Grand Junction, CO

Snake Skin

moderateTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 0 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:15 pm.

74°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 74°

Storm chance

1% overnight

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:15 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 594 cfs, water 72°.

Distance

0.9mi round trip

Elevation gain

13ft

High point

4,606ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Snake Skin is a 0.9-mile mountain biking trail located in the Third Flats area of Grand Junction, Colorado. The route sits at an elevation of 5751 feet and is classified as moderate difficulty, indicating technical features or challenging terrain suitable for riders seeking more than a flat path. The trail begins off the Second Thoughts trail and travels along the north side of a canyon, connecting to Gunny Loop. It is part of the broader Third Flats trail network managed by the BLM Grand Junction Field Office. The typical riding duration is short, estimated between 10 and 13 minutes, making it a quick ride. Access is available via parking near the trailhead, and pets are permitted on the route. The season for riding extends from April through October, depending on weather conditions. Grand Junction is known for its desert riding environment, and Snake Skin offers a ground surface that supports this style of mountain biking.

Trail profile

Gain

13 ft

Avg grade

0%

Steepest

0%

High point

4,606 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead4,593 ft
2Trail Marker4,600 ft
3Trail End4,606 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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