Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail
Gunnison Gorge Wilderness, Montrose County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Gunnison Gorge Wilderness, Montrose County, CO. Off-road (4x4, OHV), Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 292 ft (89 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 6,522 ft (1,988 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail
How long is Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 292 ft (89 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,522 ft (1,988 m).
How hard is Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Red Rocks-Nighthorse Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Red Rocks-Nighthorse 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 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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- Moonlight Mesa Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Moderate · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Horse Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 2 mi (3.3 km)
- Mystery Ditch Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Monster Ditch Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Z Ditch Trail Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
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