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Colorado
3.5 mi
Distance
2,201 ft
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Blanca Peak
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Blanca Peak is a 3.0-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Colorado area. The trail is managed by the Grand Valley Ranger District of the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest (GMUG NF). This out-and-back route offers hikers a straightforward out-and-return experience, making it accessible for those seeking a moderate day hike. The trail traverses through terrain managed as part of the expansive national forest system in western Colorado, where outdoor recreation opportunities abound. The Grand Valley Ranger District maintains trails throughout this region, supporting both day hikers and backcountry adventurers. The national forest setting provides typical Rocky Mountain ecosystems and scenery. Hikers on this trail can expect to experience the natural landscape characteristic of the GMUG NF management area. For current conditions, trail maintenance updates, and any seasonal closures, contact the Grand Valley Ranger District directly. Standard hiking preparation is recommended, including adequate water, sun protection, and navigation tools.
N. Fork Zapata
~6 min drive
1.9 mi · Hard
Zapata
~9 min drive
3.7 mi · Moderate
Mosca Pass
~19 min drive
<p>Just above the dunefield are forests of aspen, pine, fir, and spruce. The easiest hiking access to forest in the national park is in Mosca Pass, on the Montville Nature Trail and Mosca Pass Trail. On these trails, you are walking in the footsteps of Pleistocene mammoth hunt…
Medano Creek
~20 min drive
<p>Medano Creek is a popular seasonal stream enjoyed by all ages. On this page you'll learn what to expect month-by-month in an average year, and how the rare phenomon 'surge flow' works. You can also link to <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsa/planyourvisit/medano-creek.htm">cu…
S. Zapata
~6 min drive
9.7 mi · Hard
Raspberry
~9 min drive
7.1 mi · Moderate
Sand Creek Basin
~44 min drive
<p>Sand Creek Basin is part of the alpine watershed of Great Sand Dunes National Preserve. A longer drive and hike is required to reach these lakes and peaks, but the mountain scenery is worth the effort. Check with a ranger for conditions before travel. Snow may block these t…
High Dune on First Ridge
~21 min drive
The high dune on the first ridge is neither the highest in elevation nor the tallest in the dunefield, but it looks that way from the main parking lot. This is the most common destination in the dunefield, providing a great view of the entire dunefield. It is about 692 feet (2…
Lily Lake
~7 min drive
6.6 mi · Hard
Schafer
~51 min drive
8.9 mi · Moderate
