Ponds Ridge Trail
Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Montrose County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Montrose County, CO. Off-road (4x4, OHV), Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 482 ft (147 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 6,325 ft (1,928 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Ponds Ridge Trail
How long is Ponds Ridge Trail?
Ponds Ridge Trail is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 482 ft (147 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,325 ft (1,928 m).
How hard is Ponds Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Ponds Ridge Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Ponds Ridge Trail?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV). Also: Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Ponds 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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