Gunnison River – Newspaper Rock loop from Gunnison River
Gunnison River – Newspaper Rock loop from Gunnison River
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Gunnison River – Newspaper Rock loop from Gunnison River
02:46
10.4km
110m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: March 17, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Dominguez Canyon Wilderness
Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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2.71 km
Gunnison River
Highlight • River
Tip by
5.20 km
Newspaper Rock
Highlight • Historical Site
The Ute people migrated to the Four Corners region by …
Tip by
10.4 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.23 km
3.29 km
2.88 km
Surfaces
7.09 km
3.29 km
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,520 m)
Lowest point (1,440 m)
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