Medano Pass Primitive Road
Great Sand Dunes National Preserve, Saguache County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Great Sand Dunes National Preserve, Saguache County, CO. Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 19.6 mi (31.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,886 ft (575 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 9,964 ft (3,037 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Little Medano Campsite 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Medano Pass 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from start
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Questions about Medano Pass Primitive Road
How long is Medano Pass Primitive Road?
Medano Pass Primitive Road is 19.6 mi (31.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,886 ft (575 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,964 ft (3,037 m).
How hard is Medano Pass Primitive Road?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Medano Pass Primitive Road?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Point of no return. 5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Medano Pass Primitive Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 1.1 mi (1.8 km).
Is Medano Pass Primitive Road shaded?
Mostly exposed (22% under trees).
What can you do on Medano Pass Primitive Road?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV). Surface: gravel.
Where can you eat near Medano Pass Primitive Road?
Shop: Mosca Pass Outpost, 0.9 mi (1.5 km).
Is this a good week for Medano Pass Primitive Road?
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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- Dunes Access from Campground Trail Great Sand Dunes National Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
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- Wellinton Ditch Trail Great Sand Dunes National Park · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Mosca Pass Trail Great Sand Dunes National Preserve · Hard · 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
- Dunes Access from Visitor Center Trail Great Sand Dunes National Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
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