Three Mile Canyon Trail

Total Miles
4.7

Technical Rating

Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This is a small hunting trail that cuts through the mountains to Avon Pass. It's very narrow in several spots, which makes passing other vehicles near impossible. It's mainly used by 4-wheelers and hunters. The trail is only open from July 15th to November 15th. It goes through private land, so if you want the trail to stay open, treat it with the utmost respect and stay on the trail!

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Difficulty

The trail is easy, but uneven and rutted. It has the potential for loose rocks and sandy washes. Water crossings are less than a foot deep. There is also potential for mud holes and trail obstacles up to 12 inches, including ledges and short, steep grades. The roads are typically one vehicle wide.

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Status Reports

There is a closed gate with what appears to be a new lock and chains on it and a large no trespassing sign. Unknown if this is seasonal/temporary or permanent.

The trail was a fun drive from Mantua to Avon. It was mostly dry with a few areas of loose rock, but nothing a typical 4x4 vehicle couldn't handle. The trail is definitely only wide enough for one vehicle for most of its length.

Super muddy, wasn’t expecting steep switchbacks