Coal Creek Mesa
0.5 mi
Distance
131 ft
Elev. Gain
14m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Coal Creek Mesa is a point-to-point trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 0.5 miles long and gains 131 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Somerset, Colorado, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,637 ft |
| End | 0.5 mi | 2,678 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Somerset, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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