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Mountain Biking · Grand Junction, CO

Turkey Flats Loop

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

Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 0 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.

89°

Mostly Sunny

Feels like 89°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

7.1 high

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:16 pm

Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 73°.

Distance

9.5mi round trip

Elevation gain

210ft

High point

4,803ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

The Turkey Flats Loop is a 9.5-mile mountain biking trail located in the Glade Park area of Grand Junction, Colorado, within the Grand Mesa National Forest. The trail is classified as difficult and typically takes about three hours to complete. It sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet and is accessible from April through October. The route consists of approximately 70 percent singletrack with a short section on a Forest Service road. Riders encounter loose dirt, rocks, and roots, particularly in the uphill sections, which can make the trail more challenging than expected for beginner and intermediate riders. The trail winds through aspen stands and thick pine forests, passing a reservoir in the middle of the ride. Parking is available at the trailhead, and pets are allowed on the trail. The drive to the trail offers views of the Uncompahgre River and canyons in Utah. Bug spray is recommended for riders.

Trail profile

Gain

210 ft

Avg grade

0%

Steepest

1%

High point

4,803 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead4,593 ft
2Scenic View4,616 ft
3Overlook4,665 ft
4Trail Marker4,803 ft
5Trail End4,738 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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