Merus 101
Total Miles
4.3
Elevation
1,026.10 ft
Duration
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Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Trail Overview
The main canyon floor trail running through Merus Adventure! This trail offers varying levels of difficulty, but any high clearance stock 4WD SUV or truck can master this in good weather conditions. The trail is mostly rated a 2/10 however with the initial grade that tops 20 degrees as you descend into Palo Duro Canyon, the trail gains a rating of 3/10. 4WD Low is recommended for the drop in and climb out of the canyon and the views are breathtaking. If you're lucky you'll catch a glimpse of Barbary Sheep, a rattlesnake, or even the rare Texas Horned Lizard aka Horny Toad. Over 40 designated dispersed camping sites are available in the canyon for single and group camping, just book on their website.
Photos of Merus 101
Difficulty
Stock 4WD SUV and high clearance truck should have no issue on this trail in good weather conditions.
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