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Mountain Biking · Durango, CO

Stevens Creek Loop

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 0 mi
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Good window today.

68°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 68°

Storm chance

4% tonight

Wind

5 mph W

Animas River at Durango is running 182 cfs, water 68°.

Distance

7.2mi round trip

Elevation gain

1,503ft

High point

8,173ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Stevens Creek Loop is a 7.2-mile mountain biking route near Durango, Colorado, classified as difficult. The ride begins with a climb up Missionary Ridge Road, primarily a fire road with switchbacks, leading to a pull-off that starts the singletrack ascent. The trail descends via Stevens Creek Trail #728, which features flowy sections with jumps and side hits, followed by a fast, rocky, and technical lower half. The route offers views of the Hermosa Valley and is accessible from April through October. Parking is available at the trailhead, and pets are permitted. The trail is popular with hikers, so riders should watch for pedestrians.

Trail profile

Gain

1,503 ft

Avg grade

4%

Steepest

8%

High point

8,173 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead6,670 ft
2Scenic View7,330 ft
3Trail Junction7,139 ft
4Trail End8,173 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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