Missionary Ridge Trail
San Juan National Forest, La Plata County, CO
Out-and-back trail in San Juan National Forest, La Plata County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 18.1 mi (29.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,530 ft (1,076 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 35 min
- High point
- 10,377 ft (3,163 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Missionary Ridge Trail
How long is Missionary Ridge Trail?
Missionary Ridge Trail is 18.1 mi (29.2 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 35 min. It climbs 3,530 ft (1,076 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,377 ft (3,163 m).
How hard is Missionary Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Missionary Ridge Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Missionary Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Missionary Ridge Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (46% under trees).
What can you do on Missionary Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Missionary 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.
Trails near Missionary Ridge Trail
- Missionary Ridge Trail San Juan National Forest · Hard · 11.2 mi (18 km)
- Pioneer Trail La Plata County · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.8 km)
- Smokejunper Trail La Plata County · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.6 km)
- Haflin Creek Trail San Juan National Forest · Expert · 7.9 mi (12.8 km)
- First Fork Trail San Juan National Forest · Hard · 6.7 mi (10.7 km)
- Bread Express Trail La Plata County · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Sugar to Skyline Connector La Plata County · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Sugar to Skyline Connector La Plata County · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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