Serpents Trail
Colorado National Monument, Mesa County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Colorado National Monument, Mesa County, CO. Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.7 mi (6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 794 ft (242 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 35 min
- High point
- 5,843 ft (1,781 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Serpents Trail
How long is Serpents Trail?
Serpents Trail is 3.7 mi (6 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 35 min. It climbs 794 ft (242 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,843 ft (1,781 m).
How hard is Serpents Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Serpents Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Serpent's Lower Trailhead. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Serpents Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Serpents Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Serpents Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Serpents Trail?
Ocotillo Restaurant and Bar, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Serpents 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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