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A fairly easy run with dinosaur fossils along the way.


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Map Key

1.6

Miles

2.6

KM

95%

Runnable

4,836' 1,474 m

High

4,690' 1,429 m

Low

155' 47 m

Up

156' 47 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Geological Significance

Overview

A fairly easy trail where you can see dinosaur fossils in the rocks along the trail.

Description

This is a fairly easy and well-marked trail. There are a couple of steeper sections along the upper trail. There are many interpretive signs that provide quite a bit of interesting information. The lower portion of the loop is ADA accessible.

Easy access from I-70.

Flora & Fauna

Collared lizard, dinosaurs (fossilized).

Contacts

Shared By:

Alex Lheritier

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  3.6 from 5 votes

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Local fauna.
Jul 17, 2019 near Loma, CO
Hillside full of fossils.
Jul 17, 2019 near Loma, CO

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