Meridian

Managing agency

Forest Service

Meridian is a 6.4-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the town of Colorado, within the San Juan National Forest under the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District. The trail offers hikers a straightforward route through National Forest lands managed by the US Forest Service. As an out-and-back route, this trail allows visitors to hike to a destination point and return via the same path, making it ideal for those seeking flexibility in their hiking distance. The total distance of 6.4 miles means a full out-and-back hike covers approximately 3.2 miles each direction. The trail falls under the jurisdiction of the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District, which maintains and oversees recreational opportunities across a significant portion of the San Juan National Forest. This area of southwestern Colorado provides access to the diverse landscapes characteristic of the high country and forested regions of the San Juan Mountains. Hikers using this trail should contact the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District directly for current conditions, trail maintenance updates, and any seasonal closures or restrictions that may affect access.