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Suncliff Canyon

3.0 (1 Rating)
An easy out-and-back trail with desert canyon scenery and interesting geology.
1.7
mi
Distance
484
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Geologically SignificantSpringViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.66mi
Distance
484ft
Elevation Gain
67ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
5,709ft
High Point
5,292ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Suncliff Canyon tTail is located in the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area and Wilderness near Delta, Colorado. The trail begins at a point along the South River Road and follows a shallow canyon for about two miles to its end. The trail is listed as a fun family hike on the Gunnison Gorge brochure. The brochure is a good reference for the area although it doesn't scale very well when printed off the internet. Some of the trailheads have already printed brochures that are great if you can get your hands on one.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Taylor Nakamoto