Are dogs allowed on Rim Rock Drive?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Rim Rock Drive?

No, Rim Rock Drive 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 Rim Rock Drive?

Rim Rock Drive is rated easy. It is 21.6 miles long with 5,676 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.

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EasyPoint to Point

Colorado

Rim Rock Drive

Grand Junction, Colorado

21.6 mi

Distance

5,676 ft

Elev. Gain

9h 3m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

This is not a hiking trail.

From Wikipedia

Rim Rock Drive is a scenic road in Colorado National Monument. The 23-mile (37 km) drive follows the upper rim of a series of canyons, extending from the vicinity of Fruita, Colorado, in the west to near Grand Junction, Colorado, in the east, connecting points only 8 miles (13 km) miles apart in a straight line. The entire road has been designated a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.

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

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,431 ft

Max:2,033 ft

1,730 ft

1,844 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Point to Point
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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