Near Upper Grabens
Views to the south from Graben's Loop.
Near Upper Grabens
Small meadow near the top of Neds Hill junction.
Near Upper Grabens
Pleasant wooded section of Hidden Valley Trail.
Near Upper Grabens
Typical trough-like surface on this trail system.
Near Upper Grabens
Looking north over the city of Durango.

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Upper Grabens

3.0 (1 Rating)
A narrow trail through the middle of the Grabens Loop.
0.3
mi
Distance
43
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.28mi
Distance
43ft
Elevation Gain
29ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
7,073ft
High Point
7,022ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Yet another alternative line in the Grabens Loop area.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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