Are dogs allowed on Duncan Road?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Duncan Road but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Duncan Road?

No, Duncan Road does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Duncan Road?

Duncan Road is rated difficult. It is 5.8 miles long with 1,745 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Duncan Road suitable for kids?

Duncan Road is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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DifficultOut and Back

Colorado

Duncan Road

Montrose, Colorado

5.8 mi

Distance

1,745 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 40m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Duncan Road is a generally northeast-southwest former highway in the northeast of Western Australia and northwest of Northern Territory that links the Victoria Highway with Halls Creek. The road, approximately 443 kilometres (275 mi) in length, was designated as National Route 80 from its terminus at Halls Creek through to Nicholson. National Route 80 continued east into the Northern Territory along Buntine Highway, while Duncan Road snakes its way north, crossing the state border numerous times between Buntine Highway and Victoria Highway.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,656 ft

Max:1,884 ft

532 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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