Cool Rock Canyon Trail

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fishing · Geological Significance · Historical Significance · River/Creek · Views · Wildlife

The road that leads to the gravel parking lot is rough, so using a 4-wheel drive SUV or truck during dry road conditions is recommended.

Description from BLM map ( blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files…): Winds through colorful sandstone canyon with interesting rock formations and fun places to explore. Great family hike. Located off South River Road.

Description from the Gunnison Gorge Brochure ( blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files…): Common species include mule deer, elk, mountain lion, Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, coyote, ringtail cat, small mammals, neo-tropical birds, raptors, chukar, river otter and many more. The Gunnison River is designated as a Gold Medal Trout Fishery by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife because of its excellent trout population, including rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Sensitive species include Clay-loving wild-buckwheat, Montrose penstemon, Rocky Mountain thistle, Delta lomatium, Colorado hookless cactus, Gunnison sage-grouse, bald eagle, spotted bat, river otter and kit fox.