Colorado National Monument
Overview
Towering over the American West, the monoliths of Colorado National Monument rise above a vast plateau. The striking red rock, sheer canyon walls, and incredible spires create an unforgettable panorama. While the desert landscape appears barren at first glance, big horn sheep, collared lizards, and eagles all call the area home. Whether you make your way into the backcountry or follow the twists and turns of Rim Rock Drive, Colorado National Monument provides an amazing escape.
To learn more about the Colorado National Monument, visit www.nps.gov.
Local Info
- Saddlehorn Visitor Center: 9 am to 4:30 pm, open daily
Visiting Tips
The most popular times to visit the park are during the spring and fall, when temperatures are moderate. Though hot in the summer months, winter months bring cold temperatures and snowfall.
Fees and Passes:
To learn more about park fees, click here.
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Gems in Colorado National Monument - 4
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Recommended Routes in Colorado National Monument - 8
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Monument Canyon and Wedding Canyon
7.2 mi 11.5 km • 961' Up 292.84 m Up • 960' Down 292.75 m Down
Devils Kitchen
1.1 mi 1.8 km • 242' Up 73.74 m Up • 242' Down 73.82 m Down
Window Rock Lollipop Loop
1.7 mi 2.7 km • 182' Up 55.36 m Up • 182' Down 55.4 m Down
No Thoroughfare Canyon Trail
6.7 mi 10.8 km • 1,980' Up 603.57 m Up • 161' Down 49.02 m Down
Serpents Trail
3.8 mi 6.1 km • 789' Up 240.51 m Up • 789' Down 240.47 m Down
Ottos Bathtub
8.5 mi 13.7 km • 696' Up 212.02 m Up • 695' Down 211.81 m Down
Colorado National Monument Running
- 21 Miles 34 Kilometers of Trail
- 8 Recommended Routes
- 4 Gems
- 4 Easy Trails
- 16 Intermediate Trails
- 3 Difficult Trails
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Trails in Colorado National Monument - 15
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5.8
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9.4
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#1Monument Canyon Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 17 | ||
4.1
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6.6
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#2Ute Canyon Trail
Redlands, CO
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Redlands, CO | 7 | ||
0.7
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1.1
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#3Canyon Rim Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 3 | ||
2.2
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3.5
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#4Wedding Canyon Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 5 | ||
0.4
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0.6
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#5Otto's Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 7 | ||
0.3
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0.5
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#6Devils Kitchen Trail
Redlands, CO
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Redlands, CO | 6 | ||
0.4
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0.6
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#7Coke Ovens Trail
Redlands, CO
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Redlands, CO | 3 | ||
0.1
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0.1
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#8Grand View Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 1 | ||
3.7
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5.9
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#9Old Gordon Trail
Redlands, CO
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Redlands, CO | 6 | ||
0.8
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1.3
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#10Echo Canyon Trail
Redlands, CO
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Redlands, CO | 5 | ||
0.3
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0.5
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#11Window Rock Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 3 | ||
0.4
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0.7
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#12Alcove Nature Trail
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 2 | ||
0.7
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1.2
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#13CCC Trail
Redlands, CO
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Redlands, CO | 2 | ||
0.9
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1.5
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#14Kodels Canyon Route
Fruita, CO
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Fruita, CO | 0 |
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