The trail along the crest is about 3 miles long in total and it takes you to elevations above 11,000 feet, providing glimpses of Wolverine Lake, the Book Cliff Mountains, the Elk Range, the San Juan Range, and even the La Sal Mountains in Utah. The ridge offers a thrilling hike, with some narrow sections that demand attention, but nothing that will prevent you from enjoying your hike!

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Hike the moderate 10.4-mile Crag Crest National Recreation Trail for 360-degree panoramic views and a unique volcanic ridgeline in Grand Mes

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Distance 5.04 km

Uphill 180 m

Downhill 150 m

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Location: Delta County, Colorado, United States

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