Monument Trail
9.8 mi
Distance
564 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 33m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Monument Trail is a point-to-point trail in Grand Mesa National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Mesa County, Colorado. It is 9.8 miles long and gains 564 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Collbran, Colorado, about 15 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 | 3,114 ft |
| High point | 2.2 mi | 3,242 ft |
| End | 9.8 mi | 2,741 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.
- 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:
- Collbran, CO · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Mesa County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Grand Mesa National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Imported route
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