RV Ranch at Grand Junction
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Colorado
Crag Crest Trail
6.4 mi
Distance
1,130 ft
Gain
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 16 h ago · oldest 16 h
problem: Agency alerts
34 active alerts in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests; most severe: Gold Mountain Wildfire Roads and Trails Closure Order v 4.0
USFSPosted Sep 15 · checked 16 h ago
clear: Weather
Clear, high 47°F / low 47°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike
OpenWeather16 h ago
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 6.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,130 ft
- Highest point
- 11,187 ft
- Lowest point
- 10,155 ft
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- Forest Service
About this trail
Crag Crest Trail is a challenging 12.8-mile out-and-back route in Colorado that demands stamina and hiking experience. Hikers will traverse dirt terrain throughout this demanding adventure. This trail is best suited for those seeking a strenuous workout in the Colorado backcountry.
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