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Mountain Biking · Durango, CO

Test Tracks Loop

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

Live · nearest station Durango, 0 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:10 pm.

74°

Partly Cloudy

Feels like 74°

Storm chance

2% tonight

Wind

5 mph N

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:10 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 69°.

Distance

6.9mi round trip

Elevation gain

726ft

High point

7,372ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Test Tracks Loop is a 6.9-mile moderate mountain biking route in Durango, Colorado, located within Overend Mountain Park on the town's west side. The trail sits at 7,050 feet and typically takes riders about two hours to complete. The system is known for fast, flowy descents and technical challenges across shale hills covered in pine, juniper, and oak. Access is easy via multiple trailheads, with Leyden Street being a primary entry point near the city center. The loop begins by traversing the hillside base before climbing Hidden Valley. From there, riders can descend Star Wars into a bobsled-run-style section or take Grabens trails. The route continues up 8 Bells and connects to Hogsfoot, which offers rocky challenges along the bottom of Hogsback. Spirit Trail provides a twisty connection back toward Ella Vita, leading to the ridge and Brown's Ridge Jump Line. The trail is suitable for riding from April through October, though conditions vary with weather and maintenance. Parking is available at the trailhead, and pets are allowed.

Trail profile

Gain

726 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

4%

High point

7,372 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead6,646 ft
2Scenic View7,126 ft
3Trail Marker7,050 ft
4Trail End7,372 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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