Mountain Biking · Ridgway, CO
Speedy Gonzales
Before you go
Live · nearest station Telluride, 15 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 55°
Trailhead temp
59° est. at 7,615 ft
Wind
5 mph SSE
UV index
0.7 low
Sun window
6:21 am to 8:12 pm
Distance
1.2mi round trip
Elevation gain
185ft
High point
7,615ft
Season
Apr - Octpeak now
About
Speedy Gonzales is a 1.2 to 1.3 mile moderate singletrack loop in the Ridgway Area Trails System, located near Ridgway, Colorado. The trail connects to the Big Cheese trail and branches off to Ratical and Splinter trails, offering a compact ride with approximately 165 feet of elevation change. Riders typically complete the route in about 18 to 30 minutes, depending on direction and pace. The trailhead is accessible via County Road 10, with parking available nearby. Cell service ranges from one to four bars. The trail is open from April through October, with some sources noting closure between December 1 and April 30. Pets are allowed, and there is no fee for access.
Trail profile
Gain
185 ft
Avg grade
3%
Steepest
4%
High point
7,615 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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