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Mountain Biking · Rifle, CO

Trusty Pick

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

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 24 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

79°

Thunderstorms

Feels like 79°

Storm chance

52% afternoon

Wind

10 mph W

Distance

1mi round trip

Elevation gain

92ft

High point

5,865ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Trusty Pick is a 1-mile mountain biking trail in Rifle, Colorado, located near the BLM parking lot. Rated difficult, it is described as the most technical of the local 'trail tools' series, featuring technical challenges and flow. The trail is best ridden east to west, though it rides well in both directions. Access begins near the Rusty Shovel trailhead; riders pass the Rusty/Mighty intersection and look for a capped pipe with rocks to find the start. The route includes tight uphill switchbacks, steep sidehills, and rocky sections requiring trackstands. It crosses a doubletrack and a gas pipeline. The trail is open from April through October, is pet friendly, and has parking available. Elevation is 5,865 feet.

Trail profile

Gain

92 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

3%

High point

5,865 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead5,773 ft
2Trail Marker5,790 ft
3Trail End5,856 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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