Fall Hiking · Grand Junction, CO
Third Flats Trailhead
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 5 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:17 pm.
Smoky
Feels like 73°
Trailhead temp
68° est. at 5,883 ft
Wind
5 mph ESE
UV index
2.2 low
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:17 pm
Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 71°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
5,883ft
Season
Sep - Nov
About
Third Flats Trailhead is a moderate hiking spot on the Colorado Plateau near Grand Junction, located at an elevation of 5,883 feet. The trail offers a mix of flat and inclined sections through high desert terrain, providing views of the Uncompahgre Plateau and Gunnison River. It is accessible year-round, with fall hiking typically occurring from September through November when foliage changes color. The route is approximately 4 to 5 miles long, with a typical duration of about two hours. Hikers will find parking and restrooms available at the trailhead, though no water source is present on site. The trail surface consists of dirt and gravel, suitable for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. It is pet-friendly and managed by the BLM Grand Junction Field Office.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
5,883 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Restrooms available
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
No waypoints mapped for this trail yet.
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