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Sinking Sun Trail

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 3.5 (2)
  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Front Range
  4. …Soapstone Prairie
  5. Red Mountain Open Space
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“An easy trail to and from the parking area. ”

Jared Crockett
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1.4

Miles

2.2

KM

Point to Point

6,563' 2,000 m

High

6,275' 1,913 m

Low

4' 1 m

Up

288' 88 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (8°)

Dogs No Dogs

The management plan for Red Mountain Open Space requires closures to the public December 1 to March 1 because of winter weather changes and the wildlife requirements.

Description

This trail may be used to either depart from or return to the parking area for Red Mountain Open Space. This is a multi-use trail, shared with bikers and equestrians. The grade and terrain is pretty easy making for quick progress.

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Land Manager: Larimer County, Colorado

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Jared Crockett
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  3.5 from 2 votes

#4

in Red Mountain Open Space

#26514

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  3.5 from 2 votes
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Trail Rankings

#4

in Red Mountain Open Space

#2,151

in Colorado

#26,514

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May 28, 2020
Cathy Hagenbaumer
Also part of Big Hole Wash trail. Very sandy and hard for traction but so beautiful! 5mi

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