Tabeguache Trail - Transfer Road Section

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The Transfer Road Section of the Tabeguache Trail is a 8.9-mile mountain biking route near Montrose, Colorado, situated on the Uncompahgre Plateau at an elevation of 9,636 feet. The trail is classified as moderate and typically runs from April through October, with access dependent on snow conditions. Riders traverse a mix of dirt roads and singletrack, navigating steep inclines and technical features that require approximately two hours to complete. The route offers views of the West Elk Mountains, Grand Mesa, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Parking is available at the trailhead, and pets are permitted. There is no water along this specific stretch. The road’s name derives from its historical use for hauling timber off the plateau using horses or mules before transferring logs to wagons.