Tenth Mountain Bridge & Connector trail between Hunter Creek Trail and Hunter Valley North

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The Tenth Mountain Bridge and Connector trail in Aspen, Colorado, serves as a short link between the Hunter Creek Trail and Hunter Valley North. Located at an elevation of 7,890 feet, this moderate route is primarily used for mountain biking. The trail connects two larger systems, allowing riders to transition between Hunter Creek and Hunter Valley without returning to the road. Evidence indicates it is a doubletrack path, approximately 1,972 feet long, with an average completion time of seven minutes. The terrain is described as moderately popular and suitable for travel in both directions. Riders cross a pedestrian bridge over Hunter Creek, which is noted as gushing during certain seasons. The trailhead is accessible via Red Mountain Road; traveling one mile up the road and turning right onto Hunter Creek Road leads to a parking area. The route is pet-friendly, allowing dogs on leashes or off-leash depending on specific trail sections. E-bikes are generally not allowed on this connector. The operating season extends from April through October, contingent on local snow conditions and maintenance schedules. While the connector itself is short, it provides access to rocky and dirt sections of the broader Hunter Creek network, which includes technical V-M trails and wider doubletracks. Parking is available near the trailhead, making it a convenient stop for local riders.