Dry Fork Loop Trail
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The Dry Fork Loop Trail is a great intermediate length hiking route near Durango, Colorado that features a serene woodland landscape and scenic views. While out on the trail, you will climb uphill through a beautiful meadow, before looping around the forest to reach the viewpoint known as Gudy’s Rest. This is a fantastic adventure that should be explored if you find yourself in Durango.
Route Description for Dry Fork Loop Trail
Featuring a beautiful stretch of woodland landscape and scenic views from a bench that surveys the surrounding landscape, the Dry Fork Loop Trail is an exceptional route that is perfectly suited for a fun day out on the trails near Durango.
Setting out from the parking area, you will follow the trail to the northwest and climb through a scenic meadow, before entering into the cover of the forest. Keeping right at the junction in the trail, you will cross over Dry Fork Lightner Creek and climb further uphill to reach the stunning viewpoint at Gudy’s Rest.
This beautiful vista was named after Gudy Gaskill, the woman largely recognized for being the driving spirit behind the creation of the Colorado Trail. After taking in the views, you will head west along the hillside and begin descending to the southeast, once again traversing the forests and meadows on the return to the trailhead.
Getting to the Dry Fork Loop Trail Trailhead
The starting point for the Dry Fork Loop Trail can be found along County Road 208, just 11.4 km northwest of Durango.
Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
April-November
Pets allowed:
Yes
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Lollipop
Dry Fork Loop Trail Elevation Graph
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