Troy Built

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The Troy Built trail is a difficult 4.1-mile hiking route in Fruita, Colorado, situated on the Western Slope near I-70. The trail sits at an elevation of 4,907 feet and typically takes about three hours to complete. It offers technical challenges suitable for experienced hikers, featuring a climb that can be traversed in either direction with fun downhill sections. The route provides views of the Colorado River and railroad tracks, overlooking both river and rail corridors. It serves as a connector to the Kokopelli Trail and can be linked with Lion's double track Jeep trail or Mack Ridge to form larger loops. Parking is available at the trailhead. The trail is open year-round, though conditions vary. It allows hiking, mountain biking, and dogs (often off-leash). Management falls under the BLM Grand Junction Field Office within the McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area. Recent critical fire evacuation orders have been in effect for the area, so hikers should check current status before visiting.