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A nice trail that follows a dry creek bed up through a canyon.


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2.4

Miles

3.8

KM

Point to Point

5,909' 1,801 m

High

5,093' 1,552 m

Low

830' 253 m

Up

14' 4 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

27%

Max Grade (15°)

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Features Birding · Fishing · Geological Significance · Historical Significance · River/Creek · Views · Wildlife

Need to Know

The road that leads to the gravel parking lot is rough, so using a 4-wheel drive SUV or truck during dry road conditions is recommended.

Description

Description from BLM map ( blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files…): Winds through colorful sandstone canyon with interesting rock formations and fun places to explore. Great family hike. Located off South River Road.

Flora & Fauna

Description from the Gunnison Gorge Brochure ( blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files…): Common species include mule deer, elk, mountain lion, Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, coyote, ringtail cat, small mammals, neo-tropical birds, raptors, chukar, river otter and many more. The Gunnison River is designated as a Gold Medal Trout Fishery by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife because of its excellent trout population, including rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Sensitive species include Clay-loving wild-buckwheat, Montrose penstemon, Rocky Mountain thistle, Delta lomatium, Colorado hookless cactus, Gunnison sage-grouse, bald eagle, spotted bat, river otter and kit fox.

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Shared By:

Beth Prior

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#379

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