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Moonscape

5.0 (1 Rating)
A fun, short loop that passes through some cool moonscape-like terrain.
1.3
mi
Distance
102
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Dogs AllowedFamily FriendlyViews
Access Issues
Seasonal Wildlife Closure Nov 1 - April 30.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.27mi
Distance
102ft
Elevation Gain
102ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
6,917ft
High Point
6,815ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Moonscape is a short loop that starts right from the north parking area. Connects to the rest of the Aqueduct trails via Evenflow. A fun, short, easy loop. Options to lap the "moonscape" area via Bivalve. 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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