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RUSTLER'S LOOP
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View of the Colorado River from Rustler's Loop |
COMMENTS: One of the best beginer rides in the area. The BLM has signed this area at intervals to teach ecology and MTB etiquette. The trail is short with little evevation gain. The singletrack provides a good intorduction to mountian biking. The Colorado River views are wonderful. Difficult to ride when wet!
STARTING POINT: From Grand Junction take I-70 to the Loma Exit (Exit #15). Cross over the interstate to the south and turn right on gravel road. Just short of the weigh station, turn left, through the and follow the frontage road for about 1/2 mile until you come to a the parking area. Pass this parking area (Kokopelli) and turn left up a road and over the ridge. Continue until to the end the road to a parking area near a fence.
APPROXIMATE RIDE TIME: 1-2 hours
DIFFICULTY: Easy with few hills and minimal technical sections
| Parking Lot | 0.0 miles | 39º 10.399' N | 108º 49.760' W |
| Cross Doubletrack Road | 2.0 miles | 39º 09.982' N | 108º 50.271' W |
| Parking Lot | 3.5 miles | 39º 10.399' N | 108º 49.760' W |
RIDE DESCRIPTION: From the parking area, the trail is very well signed. Start though the fence to the west. The ride is good in either direction. It is described here in the clockwise direction. Turn left and follow a well worn singletrack. There are several good overlooks. Cross a double track at mile 2.0. The trail will bring you back to the parking area at mile 3.5.
MAP OF RIDE: [HIGH RESOLUTION MAP]
