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Uncompahgre River Walk Loop

Trail Details

Round Trip 2.0 miles
Starting Altitude 7,500ft
Highest Point 7,700ft
Elevation Gain 200ft
Round Trip 1 hour

TRAILHEAD:

The Uncompahgre River Walk trail begins at Uncompahgre Street, 0.8 mile north of the Hot Springs Park.

ATTRACTIONS AND FEATURES:

This is a 2.0 mile loop trip along the riverbank of the Uncompahgre River. The terrain is relatively flat, and the trail meanders along a sun-filled wildflower meadow from its trailhead to the city's north boundary. The Silvershield Trail climbs to the west; Gold Hill looms to the east; and Mt. Abram guards the valley to the south.

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