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Dillon Pinnacles Trail

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Basics
Location:
Curecanti National Recreation Area near Gunnison
Length:
4 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
2 to 2.5 hours
Elevation Change:
600 feet

Ascending through sagebrush, ponderosa pine and riparian habitats, this trail offers spectacular views of Blue Mesa Reservoir, the distant San Juan Mountain peaks, and the weirdly eroded volcanic Dillon Pinnacles. Along the trail are shady places to rest and open sunny vistas with possible glimpses of bighorn sheep. Horses permitted. Interpretative signs explain geologic history.

Benches are provided. Good shoes or boots are recommended. Carry at least 2 quarts of water per person.

Location:
Curecanti National Recreation Area near Gunnison
Length:
4 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
2 to 2.5 hours
Elevation Change:
600
Basic Directions

Off Hwy 50, 6 miles west of Elk Creek Visitor Center at Curecanti National Recreation Area.

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