Coal Canyon
Total Miles
5.2
Elevation
1,921.90 ft
Duration
3.5 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Trail Overview
Close to Grand Junction, Coal Canyon provides easy access to multi-use recreation. This route begins in a wash and climbs to an overlook of Palisade. The trail continues in the wash, which gets narrower and eventually stops. Camping available. Please stay on trail and be respectful of hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers. Open June through November.
Photos of Coal Canyon
Difficulty
Moderate. Mostly smooth with short rocky sections when crossing the wash. Steep climb to overlook is moderate with some loose rock. Other sidetrails in area can be more challenging. Stock, 4WD, high-clearance SUVs can do it. Not recommended for oversize vehicles.
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