| Paradox Trail | |
|---|---|
| Length | 118 miles |
| Location | Montrose County, Colorado |
| Trailheads | Kokopelli Trail, Colorado; Tabeguache Trail, Colorado Nucla, CO. |
| Use | Mountain Biking and hiking |
| Elevation change | 9,500 – 4,800 ft. |
| Highest point | Uncompahgre Plateau, 9,500 ft (2,900 m) |
| Lowest point | Dolores River 4,800 ft (1,500 m) |
| Difficulty | Strenuous |
| Season | Early spring to late fall |
| Sights | High desert environments with broad cliff faces, deep arroyos and riparian habitats. |
| Hazards | wilderness characteristics — carry water, food, map and GPS. |
The Paradox Trail is located in western Montrose County, Colorado and traverses a route of over 118 miles (190 km) through various terrain. The trail was rerouted 17 miles due to a trespass issue near the Tabeguache area north of Nucla in 2017.[1] The trail links with two other long-distance trails in the region, the Tabeguache Trail to the east on the Uncompahgre Plateau and the Kokopelli Trail to the west in the La Sal Mountains of Utah. These three trails together form the "Grand Loop", a grueling 360 mile course.