Near South Rim Trail
Looking towards the southwest from the end of the Carbon Junction Trail.
Near South Rim Trail
Open, grassy terrain up on the mesa.
Near South Rim Trail
Near the tip of the mesa's peninsula.
Near South Rim Trail
Pautsky point in the far distance.
Near South Rim Trail
Early September Indian paintbrush along the Big Canyon Trail.

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South Rim Trail

3.0 (3 Ratings)
Great rolling trail and swooping turns along the mesa edge.
4.1
mi
Distance
369
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
Grandview Ridge trails are subject to conditional winter wildlife closures. Call the BLM Tres Rios Field Office for the latest info: (970) 882-7296

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.09mi
Distance
369ft
Elevation Gain
278ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
6,884ft
High Point
6,719ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Also known as "Grandview Rim" this is a very smooth and curvy trail with lots of turns and great views down into the valley. Built in 2000, it is a beautiful example of trail design and construction at its best. The northern portion of the trail, after you cross Big Canyon Trail, is a bit more rolling, with graceful curves and smooth trail along the way.

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Contributors
John Geronimo