Priest Gulch
1.7 mi
Distance
879 ft
Elev. Gain
1h
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Priest Gulch is a point-to-point trail in Montezuma County, Colorado. It is 1.7 miles long and gains 879 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Rico, Colorado, about 7 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 | 2,787 ft |
| End | 1.6 mi | 3,057 ft |
Trail Details
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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Rico, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Montezuma County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Nearby Trails
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Campgrounds near this trail
Priest Gulch Campground and RV Park Cabins and Lodge
3.3 mi awayDolores, CO
Private Reservable
West Dolores Campground
7.5 mi awayDolores, CO
Check official pricing18 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Mavreeso Campground
8.5 mi awayDolores, CO
Check official pricing19 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Jersey Jim Lookout
9.4 mi awayMancos, CO
Pricing varies — check with the operatorNational Forest
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