Sand Rocks Trail
0.7 mi
Distance
36 ft
Elev. Gain
15m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Sand Rocks Trail is a point-to-point trail in Elkhead Reservoir State Park, managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, in Moffat County, Colorado. It is 0.7 miles long and gains 36 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Hayden, Colorado, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,967 ft |
| High point | 0.3 mi | 1,979 ft |
| End | 0.7 mi | 1,951 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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 Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Source of truth
- Elkhead Reservoir State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Hayden, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Moffat County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Elkhead Reservoir State Park · Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(970) 276-2061
- Address:135 County Road 28, Craig, CO 81625 · CO
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