Kelso Mesa
4.8 mi
Distance
285 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 44m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Kelso Mesa is a point-to-point trail in Uncompahgre National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Mesa County, Colorado. It is 4.8 miles long and gains 285 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Nucla, Colorado, about 19 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 | 2,689 ft |
| High point | 0.5 mi | 2,758 ft |
| End | 4.9 mi | 2,616 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Oct 31
Bike and horse 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:
- Nucla, CO · about 19 mi away
- County:
- Mesa County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Uncompahgre National Forest · United States Forest Service
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