TRAILS with moderate terrain and some elevation change

Trails

Homestead Trail

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Homestead Trail

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The less-traveled 1 mile Homestead Trail takes off just before the bridge after entering the park.

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Mesa Verde Trail

uneven terrain, mountain view, canyon views, river view, wildlife views, bikes not allowed, horses not allowed, scree surface, dogs allowed, birdwatching, climber views, Mesa Verde Trail

Mesa Verde Trail

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THE .65 MILE MESA VERDE TRAIL IS A STEEP CONNECTOR TRAIL. IT COMES UP FROM THE RIVER TRAIL FROM TWO JUNCTIONS.

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Rope-de-Dope Trail

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Rope-de-Dope Trail

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The .5 mile Rope-de-Dope Trail gets its name from the Rope-de-Dope climbing area.

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Summit Trail

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Relatively new to the park trail system, the Summit Trail lives up to its name.

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