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A terrific out and back lollipop climbing through shale sagebrush hills interspersed with hanging sedge wetland meadows.


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2.9

Miles

4.6

KM

Point to Point

8,739' 2,664 m

High

7,886' 2,404 m

Low

868' 265 m

Up

202' 62 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

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Family Friendly A terrific out and back lollipop climbing through shale sagebrush hills interspersed with hanging sedge wetland meadows and a striking xenomorphic willow.

Closed 12/1-5/15 for wildlife

Need to Know

Portions of the trail are faint, and diligent attention should be paid to maintain the route. Crews are working to revive these sections.

Description

A terrific out and back lollipop climbing through shale sagebrush hills interspersed with hanging sedge wetland meadows and a striking xenomorphic willow. Historically used by horseback riding groups that no longer operate in the area, the North Mesa Trail is a place to disconnect and replenish.

Flora & Fauna

Hanging Sedge and Iris meadows atypical of south facing shale slopes

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Shared By:

Jakob Moe

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#249

in Colorado

#1,915

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