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 3.3 (4)
  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Southwest Rockies
  4. …Durango
  5. Animas City Mountain
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“Excellent singletrack with great views connecting the bottom part of Animas West Rim and Animas Mountain Trail (west). ”

Max Molello
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0.6

Miles

1.0

KM
Singletrack

7,322' 2,232 m

High

7,187' 2,191 m

Low

146' 45 m

Up

21' 6 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

10%

Max Grade (6°)

Dogs Leashed

E-Bikes Not Allowed

Upper Animas Mountain trails closed for wildlife December 1 to July 31st. Lower Animas Mountain trails (from Aquila to the south) are closed from December 1 to April 15. Watch out for hikers.

Description

A segment of excellent singletrack that can be ridden either way to connect trails or create a loop. While riding along the cliff, enjoy fantastic views of Sailing Hawks and Durango.

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Local Club: Durango Trails

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Land Manager: BLM Colorado - Tres Rios Field Office

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Max Molello
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Trail Ratings

  3.3 from 4 votes

#7

in Animas City Mountain

#24774

Overall
  3.3 from 4 votes
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1 Star
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Trail Rankings

#7

in Animas City Mountain

#2,303

in Colorado

#24,774

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Looking northwest into Sailing Hawks. The trail takes a right, don't go over the edge.
Jun 25, 2018 near Durango, CO
Trail runs along the top of pretty cliffs and rock formations.
Aug 11, 2023 near Durango, CO
Near the trail junction with Animas Mountain Trail.
Aug 11, 2023 near Durango, CO

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