Dead Horse Loop Trail
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose County, CO. Hiking.
- Distance
- 2.9 mi (4.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 446 ft (136 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 10 min
- High point
- 8,251 ft (2,515 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Dead Horse Loop Trail
How long is Dead Horse Loop Trail?
Dead Horse Loop Trail is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 10 min. It climbs 446 ft (136 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,251 ft (2,515 m).
How hard is Dead Horse Loop Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Dead Horse Loop Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Dead Horse Loop Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Dead Horse Loop Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Dead Horse Loop Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Dead Horse Loop Trail
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- Oak Flat Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Uplands Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Gunnison Route Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Moderate · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Rock Point Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Devils Lookout Trail Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
More hikes in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
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