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South Porcupine Trail

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  2. CO
  3. …Central Rockies
  4. …Carbondale
  5. Prince Creek Trails
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Length

1.2 Miles 1.9 Kilometers

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Runnable

Elevation

18' 5 m

Ascent

-59' -18 m

Descent

1%

Avg Grade (1°)

3%

Max Grade (2°)

7,223' 2,201 m

High

7,181' 2,189 m

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“A simple singletrack trail that connects you to the greatness of the Prince Creek network.”

— Craig Fowler
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Overview

North facing sections can hold snow and water longer than other areas. Please respect the trail and avoid at these times.

This is a multi use area. Please stay alert while on the trail and be respectful of other users.
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Description

South Porcupine Trail is a relatively flat singletrack that is mainly used as an access route to the more technical trails of Prince Creek. It is a multi-directional trail. You can access Ginormous Trail and English Trim Trail, while Father of Ginormous Trail, Plunge Trail (downhill only) and Trough Trail (downhill only) end at South Porcupine Trail.

South Porcupine itself offers great views of Mt. Sopris and the Crown.

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Land Manager: BLM Colorado - Colorado River Valley Field Office

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  3.0 from 1 vote

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in Prince Creek Trails

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in Colorado

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