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Colorado
10.0 mi
Distance
1,080 ft
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Cordova Pass Road
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Cordova Pass Road is a 10.0-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the San Juan National Forest, managed by the Gunnison Ranger District. This route follows a road-based path through the scenic landscape of the San Juan Mountains region. The out-and-back format means hikers will travel 5 miles in one direction before returning on the same route, making it a 10-mile total journey. The trail's road composition makes it accessible to a broader range of outdoor enthusiasts, though the mountain setting provides natural scenery typical of the area. Located within the San Juan National Forest, the trail offers access to one of Colorado's premier mountain environments. The Gunnison Ranger District manages this area to maintain recreational access while preserving the natural landscape. This trail is suitable for hikers looking for a straightforward mountain route without technical terrain challenges. The road-based format and moderate distance make it a good option for those seeking a half-day hike in the San Juan Mountains. Check current conditions with the Gunnison Ranger District before heading out, as mountain roads can be affected by weather and seasonal changes.
Blue
~3 min drive
10 mi · Hard
Schafer
~4 min drive
8.9 mi · Moderate
Mosca Pass
~1h 4m 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
~1h 5m 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…
Dikes
~5 min drive
6.6 mi · Hard
West Peak
~6 min drive
5.4 mi · Moderate
Turkey Creek
~1h 9m drive
5.5 mi · Easy
High Dune on First Ridge
~1h 7m 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…
Apishapa
~8 min drive
6.6 mi · Hard
Levi Krier
~6 min drive
9.3 mi · Moderate
