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A fun trail leading to the top of Animas City Mountain for great views of the Animas Valley.


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Map Key

5.9

Miles

9.4

KM

Loop

8,174' 2,491 m

High

6,714' 2,046 m

Low

1,494' 455 m

Up

1,482' 452 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (5°)

27%

Max Grade (15°)

Dogs Unknown

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Upper Animas Mountain trails closed for wildlife December 1 to July 31st. Lower Animas Mountain trails (from Aquila to the south) are closed from December 1 to April 15. Watch out for bikers.

Description

According to Trails 2000, officially this trail is done in a counter clockwise direction, but it can be completed either way. I like to sometimes go in a clockwise direction so I can hike down along the edge with great views of the valley and eventually Durango.

Start the trail at 32nd St in north Durango and make your way up several switchbacks. the trail climbs steadily for nearly three miles until you reach the high point of Animas Mountain. Take a moment to enjoy the well-earned views before you start your descent on the east side of the loop to return to the start.

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Shared By:

aaron moore

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  4.1 from 18 votes

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  4.1 from 18 votes
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Trail Rankings

#262

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#2,034

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Photos

Enjoy a stunning view from the top of Animus City Mountain looking north.
Jul 6, 2017 near Durango, CO
Views from near the top of Animas Mountain.
Aug 23, 2023 near Durango, CO
Near the eastern end of Ollos.
Aug 23, 2023 near Durango, CO
Typical trail surface and surroundings on Animas Mountain.
Aug 23, 2023 near Durango, CO
Evidence of the prescribed burn.
Aug 11, 2023 near Durango, CO
Typical trail surface on Animas Mountain Trail.
Aug 15, 2023 near Durango, CO

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