Hiking X's To Explore On Your Own or With Us

Here's a great reference list for hiking trails near Cortez that you will love to adventure out to and explore. 

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Bring Lots of Water with You on moderate level hiking trail in the stunning Sand Canyon Hike and Rock Creek Trailhead, just down McElmo Canyon across from Sutcliffe Vineyards in Canyon of The Ancients.

Goodman Point Trail is a easy trail - this 1.1 mile loop trail located near Cortez, Colorado. Best in April until October 

 Boggy Draw Trail moderate - 8.4 mile trafficked loop trail located near Dolores, Colorado. This trail is mostly used for hiking, trail running and mountain biking - Dog Friendly 

Sharkstooth Pass Trail is a moderate 3 mile out and back trail located near Mancos, Colorado is Best from March until September - Dog friendly with birding and hiking.

 McPhee Overlook Trail is a moderate - 7.1 mile out and back trail located near Dolores, Colorado at Houseceek Campround on the North side of McPhee.

Madden Peak is a  hard - 8.6 mile - 5 Hour point-to-point trail located near Hesperus, Colorado. Stunning view of the La Plata Canyon at the top. Not for the faint hearted.

Priest Gulch and Highline Driveway Loop Trail is a hard 15.7-mile loop trail near Dolores, Colorado. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 26 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and camping.