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Animas Mountain Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Southwest Rockies
  4. …Durango
  5. Animas City Mountain
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Length

5.9 Miles 9.4 Kilometers

78%

Runnable

Elevation

1,494' 455 m

Ascent

-1,482' -452 m

Descent

10%

Avg Grade (5°)

27%

Max Grade (15°)

8,174' 2,491 m

High

6,714' 2,046 m

Low

Conditions

Unknown
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“A fun trail leading to the top of Animas City Mountain for great views of the Animas Valley. ”

— aaron moore
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Overview

Usually closed December 1st through April 15th for wildlife.
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According to Trails 2000, officially this trail is done in a counter clockwise direction, but it can be completed either way. I like to sometimes go in a clockwise direction so I can run down along the edge with great views of the valley and eventually Durango.

Start the trail at 32nd St in north Durango and make your way up several switchbacks. the trail climbs steadily for nearly three miles until you reach the high point of Animas Mountain. Take a moment to enjoy the well-earned views before you start your descent on the east side of the loop to return to the start.

Contacts

Land Manager: BLM Colorado - Tres Rios Field Office

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Aug 3, 2017
Kaylee Mickens
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Jul 27, 2016
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  4.0 from 3 votes

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Enjoy a stunning view from the top of Animus City Mountain looking north.
Enjoy a stunning view from the top of Animus Ci…
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This is the best in town run in the country!!! Or the World!! Sep 8, 2016

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