Sheep Mountain
0.8 mi
Distance
899 ft
Elev. Gain
43m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Sheep Mountain is a point-to-point trail in Uncompahgre National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 0.8 miles long and gains 899 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Lake City, Colorado, about 11 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 | 3,329 ft |
| End | 0.8 mi | 3,610 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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:
- Lake City, CO · about 11 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Uncompahgre National Forest · United States Forest Service
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