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Hike Trail

Ridges

5.0 (1 Rating)
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3.1
mi
Distance
305
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Dogs AllowedFamily FriendlyViews
Access Issues
Seasonal wildlife closure Dec 1 - April 30.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.11mi
Distance
305ft
Elevation Gain
378ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
7,127ft
High Point
6,873ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Recommended bike direction is clockwise, hikers and equestrians may prefer counter-clockwise. Part of the Ridges Loop. The Aqueduct Trails are multi-use non-motorized (plus class 1 e-bikes) featuring beginner and intermediate trails through pinyon, juniper and sage with big views of Mesa Verde, the Sleeping Ute and the La Plata mountains. Hikers, bikers, dog walkers, horseback riders and class 1 ebikers are welcome. It is recommended that bikers follow the trails in a clockwise direction.

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