Ridge Trail (in Saul’s Creek)
Durango to TH
24 Miles
Gain
460 Feet
Condition
Good
Region
Trail Length
3.1 Miles
Part of the Saul’s Creek Trails System.
The Saul’s Creek trail system is in the San Juan National Forest about 3 miles east of Bayfield, CO, made up of gas roads and double track. You may encounter motorcycles or horses. Ridge Trail is a 3.1-mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Bayfield, Colorado that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. This trail connects into the main Saul’s Creek Trail. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October.
Map & Directions
Map Coordinates: 37.233926, -107.552254
Where's the Trailhead?
dIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD
Saul’s Creek Trailhead
From 9th Street and Main Avenue in Durango, head west on 9th Street toward Camino Del Rio. Turn left onto Camino Del Rio/ Hwy 550. Keep left to continue on Highway 550 South. Continue onto US-160 East, and keep left to stay on US-160 East. Turn right onto CR 526. Turn left onto CR 527. A parking area will be on your right.
Trailwork
help build our trails!
*TENTATIVE* Trail Construction: June 6th
Due to the ongoing nature of COVID-19, our trailwork kickoff has currently been postponed. While we hope we will be able to meet for our First Saturdays Trailwork in June, we are closely monitoring developments, and dates and times may change as a result. Please continue to check in here and on our social media for updated trailwork days!
