Running in Mesa County is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Mesa County—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 7, 2025

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1. Monument Canyon Trail loop run — Mesa County

7.18km

00:59

220m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Serpents Trail run — Mesa County

6.03km

00:51

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rustler's Loop — Mesa County

5.77km

00:44

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Mount Garfield — Mesa County

5.67km

01:07

510m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Corn Lake loop via Riverfront Trail — Grand Junction

11.0km

01:08

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Least Tern Pond via Riverfront Trail — Grand Junction

8.19km

00:52

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Window Rock via Canyon Rim Trail — Mesa County

2.90km

00:27

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Jouflas Trail loop — Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area

11.5km

01:29

230m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Devil's Kitchen Trail run — Mesa County

2.25km

00:18

70m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. No Thoroughfare Canyon Trail run — Colorado National Monument

3.15km

00:24

50m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Mesa County

1. Monument Canyon Trail loop run — Mesa County

2. Serpents Trail run — Mesa County

3. Rustler's Loop — Mesa County

4. Mount Garfield — Mesa County

5. Corn Lake loop via Riverfront Trail — Grand Junction

6. Least Tern Pond via Riverfront Trail — Grand Junction

7. Window Rock via Canyon Rim Trail — Mesa County

8. Jouflas Trail loop — Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area

9. Devil's Kitchen Trail run — Mesa County

10. No Thoroughfare Canyon Trail run — Colorado National Monument

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