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A rocky, crunchy, challenging trail with excellent views.


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Map Key

3.2

Miles

5.1

KM

Point to Point

7,702' 2,347 m

High

7,580' 2,310 m

Low

241' 73 m

Up

276' 84 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

11%

Max Grade (6°)

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Description

The northern extension of the Backbone Trail is a steep, challenging trail with excellent views of Salida and the Collegiates. There are many beautiful rock formations surrounding this trail, but keep a look out for shark fin rock, one of the most memorable features on the way!

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Elvis Riggs

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View of S Mountain from North Backbone.
Apr 15, 2024 near Salida, CO
Traversing below a small rock cliff.
Apr 15, 2024 near Salida, CO
Just around.
Jan 5, 2024 near Salida, CO
High desert flowing.
Jan 5, 2024 near Salida, CO

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Aug 24, 2021
KARA LEACH
Beautiful trail with intermittent Collegiate views and interesting rock formations. 6.7mi — 3h 07m
Dec 27, 2020
Kathleen Hargarten
11h 52m
Sep 23, 2020
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