Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail
Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Montrose County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Montrose County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,083 ft (635 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 10 min
- High point
- 6,860 ft (2,091 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail
How long is Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 10 min. It climbs 2,083 ft (635 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,860 ft (2,091 m).
How hard is Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Bobcat Trailhead. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with motor vehicles. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Red Rocks-Nighthorse 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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- Red Rock - Nighthorse Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Moderate · 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Spikes Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 2.6 mi (4.3 km)
- Wave / Eagle Loop Road Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Sunset Rocks Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Hard · 7.6 mi (12.2 km)
- Bobcat Trail Gunnison Gorge Wilderness · Moderate · 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Eagle Valley Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Duncan Trail Gunnison Gorge Wilderness · Moderate · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
- Edge Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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