Aspen Loop Trail 
The Aspen Loop is a 39 mile double track loop. There are some steep climbs and some rocky areas, but in general a very rideable, hikeable trail.
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Aspen Loop Trail
Columbine/Ruby Lakes
An alternative route to Lake Columbine, this out and back is generally above treeline with great views.
Galloping Goose Trail
This gently graded, primarily non-technical trail follows an old narrow-gauge rail line for roughly 19 miles from the 10,222-foot Lizard Head Pass back toward the town of Telluride.
Velocity Basin
Velocity Basin is a cirque basin with a small turquoise lake at its base. At an elevation of 11,315 ft above sea level, it is accessed from CR 52 outside of Silverton.
RidgeView (formerly SkyRaider)
Durango’s newest trail! SkyRaider connects the Powerline Trail to Raider Ridge.
Telluride Area Trails
Located just a little over 2 hours from Durango, Telluride’s trails offer a range of outdoor activities
Trout Lake – Telluride
Telluride’s Trout Lake offers great places to fish, kayak, canoe, and SUP in the summertime, and nordic skiing and snowshoeing in the winter.
Telluride Valley Floor
The Telluride Valley Floor stretches for three miles along the CO-145 spur. This 570-acre forever-wild protected gateway to Telluride features meadows, the San Miguel River, and a year-round activity trail.
Priest Lake – Telluride
With hiking and lake access in the summer, and nordic skiing in the winter, Priest Lake offers a multitude of outdoor activities.
Lizard Head – Telluride
Take in views of the surrounding San Miguel Mountain Range, including Mount Wilson (14,245-ft.), Gladstone Mountain (13,913-ft.) and Wilson Peak (14,017-ft.).
