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SaveThird Flats trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Horseback and Observed Trials. Trails here are often rocky. Scenery includes canyons, views and ridgelines. Common trail features include rock gardens and rock slabs. Amenities include restrooms.
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- Mountain Bike
29 trails
- E-Bike
26 trails
- Horse
5 trails
- Hike
31 trails
- Trail Running
31 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
25 trails
- Observed Trials
5 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
21 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Mar 21, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 31
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 29
- Trails E-Bike
- 26
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 16
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 4
- Trails Horse
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 31
- Trails Trail Running
- 31
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 25
- Trails Observed Trials
- 5
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 21
- Total Distance
- 82 miles
- Total Descent
- 13,441 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,656 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 7,261 ft
- Reports
- 152
- Photos
- 34
- Completed Counter
- 5,085
Popular Third Flats Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 3.3 • 4,261 ft • 216 ft • 961 •
Half of a loop from First Flats Trailhead that takes riders and hikers right to the boundary of the motorized zone and makes a nice connection with the motorized Second Thoughts loop via a short connector. This trail winds through rocky...
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 4,719 ft • 268 ft • 588 •
This is the first half of the motorized singletrack trail, Second Thoughts. It was constructed at the end of 2017 by MTRA and makes a nice connector from Twist-n-Shout to Snake Skin. It can be continued with Second Thoughts Bottom back...
• 65 ★ 3.8 • 6 miles • 976 ft • 468 •
The Butterknife singletrack trail is a motorized, motorcycle trail that was built with state motorized funds and is a great example of a motorized trail that is a great mountain bike trail. Please be aware that you may see motorcycles...
• 55 ★ 4.2 • 3 miles • 228 ft • 319 • • moto
This is the second half of the motorized singletrack trail, Second Thoughts. It was constructed at the end of 2017 by MTRA and makes a nice connector from Snake Skin to Twist-n-Shout. It can be continued from Second Thoughts Top or...
• 60 ★ 2.9 • 2 miles • 443 ft • 251 • • moto
Moderately popular blue difficulty doubletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used downhill primary. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb green. On average it takes 19 minutes to complete this trail.
• 30 ★ 4.5 • 8 miles • 366 ft • 159 •
This wonderful new, motorized singletrack trail (2020) parallels Windmill Road, but you will never see the road until you rejoin it, and the views are amazing. Instead of staying on the plain, it stays near the canyon edge, sometimes...
• 70 ★ 3.0 • 587 ft • 0 ft • 136 • • moto
Popular black diamond difficulty doubletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used both directions. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb blue. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 3.0 • 820 ft • 0 ft • 124 • • moto
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
Third Flats Mountain Bike Routes
10 miles • 830 ft • 6 •
AKA Gunny Shuttle. A shuttled ride from Third Flats Trailhead back to the main Lunch Loops Parking lot....
26 miles • 3,941 ft • 2 • Loop •
Great ebike loop with first 10 mi all singletrack, losing ~1300'. Then it's some pretty awesome views on...
★ 1.5 • 19 miles • 2,859 ft • 7 •
This is an e-bike preferred route, although it is used by both mt bikes and motos. It is mostly single...
15 miles • 2,133 ft • 25 • Loop •
This route is ORV/Moto, both 2 and single track, ideal for e-mtb or a strong traditional mtb'r. It starts...
8 miles • 1,121 ft • 2 • Loop •
Third Flats is one of the only areas around Grand Junction that allows eBIkes. This is an easy loop for...
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Butterknife | Mar 21, 2026 @ 8:33am (America/Denver) Mar 21, 2026 | Very Dry | loamersonly | ||
| Twist-n-shout | Mar 21, 2026 @ 8:33am (America/Denver) Mar 21, 2026 | Very Dry | loamersonly | ||
| Second Thoughts | Mar 21, 2026 @ 8:33am (America/Denver) Mar 21, 2026 | Very Dry | loamersonly | ||
| Snake Skin | Mar 14, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Denver) Mar 14, 2026 | Very Dry | loamersonly | ||
| Good Vibes | Mar 14, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Denver) Mar 14, 2026 | Very Dry | loamersonly | ||
| RAMPAGE | Nov 12, 2025 @ 10:25am (America/Denver) Nov 12, 2025 | Ideal | loamersonly | ||
| Quad Rocker | Nov 12, 2025 @ 10:25am (America/Denver) Nov 12, 2025 | Ideal | loamersonly | ||
| Canyon View | Sep 5, 2025 @ 5:09pm Sep 5, 2025 | Ideal | Joelsu78iV | ||
| Roll Over Ridge | Sep 5, 2025 @ 5:09pm Sep 5, 2025 | Ideal | Joelsu78iV | ||
| Easy Rider | Sep 5, 2025 @ 5:09pm Sep 5, 2025 | Ideal | Joelsu78iV |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| Fisherjf | ridden | trail | activity #104664823 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 3:10pm Sep 26, 2026 |
| HuntergSPDfB | ridden | trail | activity #102798771 | Aug 31, 2026 @ 9:31pm Aug 31, 2026 |
| ramsdude47 | ridden | trail | activity #102278026 | Aug 24, 2026 @ 11:58pm Aug 24, 2026 |
| racefitarizona | wishlist | route | activity #102108517 and 1 more | Aug 22, 2026 @ 4:48pm Aug 22, 2026 |
| drallabs | wishlist | route | activity #99574981 | Jul 19, 2026 @ 4:07pm Jul 19, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Trying to climb this was humbling, but still a... | May 11, 2026 @ 5:14pm May 11, 2026 | ||
| trail | This is an extraordinary trail in both... | Dec 14, 2025 @ 11:00am Dec 14, 2025 | ||
| trail | I also agree with you...I think this is a... | Dec 11, 2025 @ 10:58am Dec 11, 2025 | ||
| trail | Considering this on a moto. What makes it... | Nov 15, 2025 @ 10:59am Nov 15, 2025 | ||
| trail | * | Jul 17, 2025 @ 6:01pm Jul 17, 2025 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch Loops | 9 | 27 | 18 | 3 | 2.2 km |
| Bangs Canyon | 3.8 km | ||||
| Redlands | 27 | 14 | 1 | 4.9 km | |
| Gunnison River Bluffs | 4 | 1 | 5.1 km | ||
| Colorado State Park | 11 | 5.8 km |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 29 | 78 miles | 12,530 ft | 39 miles | 2,657 ft | #3,288 | #86 | 31 | 152 | 6 | 2,356 | |
| E-Bike | 26 | 76 miles | 12,260 ft | 38 miles | 2,657 ft | #2,433 | #33 | 144 | 4 | 545 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 16 | 49 miles | 7,320 ft | 23 miles | 2,657 ft | #1,882 | #989 | 6 | 5 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 4 miles | 948 ft | 4 miles | 951 ft | #1,891 | #991 | 6 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 4 | 19 miles | 4,081 ft | 13 miles | 2,582 ft | #1,882 | #989 | 24 | ||||
| Horse | 5 | 36 miles | 7,362 ft | 24 miles | 2,582 ft | #1,392 | #53 | 38 | 2 | |||
| Hike | 31 | 82 miles | 13,442 ft | 41 miles | 2,657 ft | #3,405 | #77 | 1 | 152 | 2 | 439 | |
| Trail Running | 31 | 82 miles | 13,442 ft | 41 miles | 2,657 ft | #2,690 | #50 | 152 | 2 | 86 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 25 | 70 miles | 11,860 ft | 36 miles | 2,657 ft | #79 | #2 | 2 | 43 | 2 | 58 | |
| Observed Trials | 5 | 15 miles | 2,064 ft | 6 miles | 1,722 ft | #65 | #1 | 1 | ||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 21 | 55 miles | 8,012 ft | 26 miles | 2,657 ft | #40 | #1 | 39 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Third Flats?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Third Flats are:
- Windmill (4.4/5)
- RAMPAGE (4.1/5)
- Snake Skin (4.1/5)
- Second Thoughts (4.1/5)
- Billings Canyon Jeep Trail (4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Third Flats?
There are 8 parking locations listed in Third Flats. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Third Flats?
The longest trail in Third Flats is Windmill at 7.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Third Flats?
The best hiking trails in Third Flats are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Third Flats?
The best trail running trails in Third Flats are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Third Flats?
The best dirtbiking trails in Third Flats are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Third Flats?
Third Flats has a total of 31 trails. Of those, 29 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Third Flats to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Third Flats?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Third Flats is Saddle Up with 1,106 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Third Flats?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Third Flats is Windmill with 1,983 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Third Flats?
Third Flats supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Third Flats?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Third Flats is Billings Canyon Jeep Trail with an average grade of 5.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Third Flats?
The overall region status for Third Flats is Clear / Green. Out of 26 trails:
- Clear / Green: 24
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Third Flats?
Yes, Third Flats supports e-bike riding. There are 25 trails in Third Flats that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Third Flats?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Third Flats are: View all mountain biking routes in Third Flats.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Third Flats?
The most popular Strava segments in Third Flats are:
- Positive Vibes (3,524 athletes)
- Death Pedal to the Metal! (3,405 athletes)
- Boner Jam (3,095 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Third Flats?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Third Flats are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Third Flats?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Third Flats are:
- Billings Canyon Road (4/5)
- Horse Mesa Double Track (0/5)
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