more stats
2.6 miles
Distance
325 ft
Climb
-483 ft
Descent
00:14:48
Avg time
-158 ft
Altitude change
7,381 ft
Altitude min
7,864 ft
Altitude max
7,539 ft
Altitude start
7,382 ft
Altitude end
-1.2%
Grade
-28%
Grade max
22.2%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
00:14:48
Avg time

Hecla Junction Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
  • Riding Area
    Arkansas Hills Trails
    Salida, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Adaptive Biking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    Gravel, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Bureau Of Land Management

Scenic gravel ride to the banks of the Arkansas River.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: May 14, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Hecla Junction located?
      Hecla Junction is located in Arkansas Hills Trails, Salida, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Arkansas Hills Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.64079, -106.08255.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Hecla Junction?
      Hecla Junction has 325 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 483 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,381 ft to 7,864 ft.
      ▼ Is Hecla Junction a point to point trail?
      Hecla Junction is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is Hecla Junction?
      Hecla Junction is 2.6 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Hecla Junction?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Hecla Junction. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Hecla Junction? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Hecla Junction are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Hecla Junction?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 15 minutes to ride Hecla Junction. The trail is 2.6 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Hecla Junction?
      Hecla Junction is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 18 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 21 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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