Dark Canyon Trail
1.6 mi
Distance
925 ft
Elev. Gain
1h
Est. Time
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Dark Canyon Trail is a trail in La Plata County, Colorado. It is 1.6 miles long and gains 925 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Bayfield, Colorado, about 15 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,623 ft |
| End | 1.6 mi | 2,896 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Bayfield, CO · about 15 mi away
- County:
- La Plata County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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