Near Point Lookout Trail
The park road winds beneath you on the hill top. This gives you an idea of how hilly the area is.
Near Point Lookout Trail
Panorama from Point Lookout with the Montezuma and Mancos Valley below. Its a beautiful view!
Near Point Lookout Trail
The new from the Point Lookout Trail once you get to the end. Its pretty amazing looking over the Montezuma Valley.
Near Point Lookout Trail
Looking back toward the Mancos Valley, the views are really just truly spectacular from the lookout.
Near Point Lookout Trail
Looking back at the parking area and Morefield Campground from the trail as it climbs the hillside.

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Point Lookout Trail

4.2 (10 Ratings)
A strenuous climb rewards hikers with magnificent views of the Montezuma and Mancos valleys.
1
mi
Distance
506
ft
Gain
easy
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Flatter
Steeper
1.02mi
Distance
506ft
Elevation Gain
2ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
8,429ft
High Point
7,915ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Lace up your adventure shoes and prepare for a steep but short climb up the Point Lookout Trail. Starting at the Point Lookout Trail Parking Area, near the northern side of Morefield Campground, switchback up the trail for .75 miles before reaching the mesa top.Continue along the trail, taking moments to catch your breathe and enjoy the increasingly beautiful views evolving as you climb higher. Upon reaching Point Lookout, indulge in breathtaking views of the Montezuma and Mancos Valleys below.

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