Fossil Ridge Trail
Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area, Gunnison County, CO
Point-to-point trail in Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area, Gunnison County, CO. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 11.5 mi (18.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,467 ft (752 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 55 min
- High point
- 11,936 ft (3,638 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Along the way
- Campsite: Gold Creek Campground 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Fossil Ridge Trail
How long is Fossil Ridge Trail?
Fossil Ridge Trail is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 55 min. It climbs 2,467 ft (752 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,936 ft (3,638 m).
How hard is Fossil Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Fossil Ridge Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Fossil Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Fossil Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (71% under trees).
What can you do on Fossil Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with motor vehicles.
Is this a good week for Fossil Ridge 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.
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- Alder Creek Trail 577 Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area · Hard · 6.2 mi (10 km)
- Willow Creek Trail Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area · Moderate · 2.7 mi (4.4 km)
- East Willow Trail 601 Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Seely Trail 617 Fossil Ridge Wilderness · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Flick Cutoff Road Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Van Tuyl Trail 431 Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area · Hard · 7.7 mi (12.4 km)
- Three Mile Creek Trail 434 Fossil Ridge Recreation Management Area · Moderate · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
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