Hiking · Durango, CO
Water Tank Road
Before you go
Live · nearest station Durango, 0 miGood window today. Daylight to 6:28 pm.
Thunderstorms
Feels like 60°
Storm chance
14% afternoon
Wind
0 mph
UV index
0 low
Sun window
7:23 am to 6:28 pm
Animas River at Durango is running 1,190 cfs and falling, water 49°.
Distance
0.5mi round trip
Elevation gain
—
High point
7,243ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Water Tank Road is a two-track road on the east side of the Horse Gulch Trail system in Durango, Colorado. The trail offers moderate terrain with good views, though it is considered less scenic than the surrounding singletrack. It is accessible for hiking, biking, and dogs, but excludes motorcycles and ATVs. The route has a total length of approximately 0.5 to 0.8 miles and an elevation range between 6,840 and 7,018 feet. Parking is available at the trailhead. Conditions vary by season, with potential snow and ice in winter months.
Trail profile
Gain
—
Avg grade
—
Steepest
—
High point
7,243 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified
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