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  2. CO
  3. …Central Rockies
  4. Monarch Pass
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“A short moto-legal singletrack trail between Monarch Pass and Old Monarch Pass. ”

Greg Heil
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1.2

Miles

1.9

KM
Singletrack

11,425' 3,482 m

High

11,255' 3,430 m

Low

194' 59 m

Up

110' 34 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

18%

Max Grade (10°)

Dogs Off-leash

E-Bikes Allowed

Need to Know

Open to motos.

Description

This short moto-legal singletrack trail provides a great connection between Monarch Pass and Old Monarch Pass. While the nearby parallel section of the CDT is not moto-legal, this stretch of trail is actually an easier ride. This beautiful singletrack winds through the trees lower on the hillside, providing flowy singletrack punctuated by some roots and rocks. It's over quick, but this trail connection is great for creating numerous loop options.

Contacts

Local Club: Salida Mountain Trails

Jul 1, 2025: July 2025 Newsletter

Land Manager: USFS-Pike and San Isabel National Forest - Collegiate Peaks Wilderness

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Greg Heil
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#7

in Monarch Pass

#36305

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#7

in Monarch Pass

#3,175

in Colorado

#36,305

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