Anaerobic Nightmare

Dogs No Dogs

E-Bikes Not Allowed

This is a steep trail that follows the direct fall line in several places. Often used for loops (up or down direction) on Snowmass ski area trails, or for a shortened Gov't trail loop when coming from Aspen via Sky Mountain Park or Owl Creek paved bike path and Tom Blake Trail.

The difficult rating is related to the trail's overall steepness, as well as the technical challenge offered by the many tree roots on the trail (Some might consider the trail intermediate level.) Beautiful forested terrain with patches of columbine flowers surround the trail.

This is a great test piece climb in the area and was one of the original singletrack trails in the valley built to allow easier access to/from Government Trail and Tom Blake Trail. Many will find it frustrating to try to clean, but if you grit your teeth hard enough and think positive thoughts the whole way up, you may find yourself at the top without having dabbed your foot once... and you'll be pretty darn proud of yourself!