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Hike Trail

Skyridge

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Skyridge Trail is the northern end of the Powerline Trail
0.7
mi
Distance
180
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.75mi
Distance
180ft
Elevation Gain
8ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
7,173ft
High Point
6,993ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Skyridge trail begins at the parking lot on Jenkins Ranch Road and ends at the Powerline Trail before the water tanks. Skyridge trail also provides access to the steeper Skyline Trail. From the parking lot, the Skyridge trail initially parallels the road on a gentle incline. Soon the pitch increases and switchbacks up the hill. At the trail junction, stay to the right to follow the Skyridge trail across the hillside. The grade eases off for the remainder until Skyridge ends at the Powerline Trail. Views over Durango and the Animas Valley.

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