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3.1 miles
Distance
469 ft
Climb
-385 ft
Descent
00:42:58
Avg time
85 ft
Altitude change
5,389 ft
Altitude min
5,573 ft
Altitude max
5,389 ft
Altitude start
5,476 ft
Altitude end
0.5%
Grade
-40%
Grade max
27.1%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
3,278 ft
Distance flat
00:42:58
Avg time
K2-Play Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding Area18 Road
Fruita, Colorado -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity70 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 70 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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State Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT5 Demanding Alpine Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular In Reverse
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonMay - Nov
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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LightingNo
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Year Opened2026
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Land OwnerBLM - Mesa County
“K2-Play” a stunning advanced narrow technical trail along the base of the bookcliffs connecting the existing “Chutes” & “Edge Connector” trails. Named in honor of Kristina Kittelson, this North Fruita Desert Trail has been named “K2-Play “ a community mountain bike advocate.nThis trail not only represents the spirit of exploration and advanced skills, but also pays tribute to a remarkable individual whose passion for the outdoors inspired many.
Trail Supporters
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COPMOBA - Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association
2024 - 2026Builder- Mesa County
2024 - 2026Builder - Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado
2024Builder
Local Trail Association
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Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 7 rides
- 19 miles average
6 Months
- 33 rides
- 17 miles avg distance
All
- 33 rides
- Last: Oct 20, 2026
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3 Reviews & Comments
robotmechanic
The whole time I was riding it I was thinking about K2, and how she must have been one hell of a great person, if this trail is any reflection of the love that people had for her.
robotmechanic
This is now on my list of favorite trails on earth. It’s built in perfect harmony with the natural terrain. It’s carved into a canyon that shields it from the wind. It has trees. Lots of natural features that are perfectly incorporated into the trail. Plenty of extra credit for those of us who want it, like rock skinnies and rock bridges to natural wall rides. It flows beautifully. Hats off and huge praise for the trail builders!!
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