more stats
10.1 miles
Distance
729 ft
Climb
-739 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
-8 ft
Altitude change
6,369 ft
Altitude min
6,422 ft
Altitude start
6,414 ft
Altitude end
-18.8%
Grade max
17.6%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat

Skein Mesa Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
  • Riding Area
    Bedrock/Paradox Area Trails
    Bedrock, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #360357 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #172211 in E-Biking
    • #259383 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #5,917 in Mountain Biking · Colorado [+]
    • #1,569 in E-Biking
    • #6,312 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Season
    All year
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    BLM- Tres Rios Field Office

Begin this challenging loop ride as CR DD 15 approaches Skein Mesa. The ride takes you around the mesa with the old two track being in better condition on the south and west sides. The views off to the south and west into the Dolores River WSA are well worth the effort to get there. Take the first right which will bring you closer to the mesa base. As the two track begins its traverse around the north side, Wild Steer Canyon WSA lies due north but isn't seen well from the trail. The trail traverses some rough terrain but is mostly rideable getting better as you head east and then south to complete the loop.

Access Info

CR DD 15 from Davis Mesa (CR DD 16)

Disclaimer

West End roads can become impassible when wet but can dry quickly.

Tags
Faint trail

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: May 31, 2025
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Skein Mesa Loop located?
      Skein Mesa Loop is located in Bedrock/Paradox Area Trails, Bedrock, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Bedrock/Paradox Area Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.23705, -108.84686.
      ▼ How hard is Skein Mesa Loop?
      Skein Mesa Loop is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Skein Mesa Loop?
      Skein Mesa Loop has 729 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 739 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,369 ft to 6,703 ft.
      ▼ Is Skein Mesa Loop a point to point trail?
      Skein Mesa Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ How long is Skein Mesa Loop?
      Skein Mesa Loop is 10.1 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Skein Mesa Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Skein Mesa Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Skein Mesa Loop?
      Skein Mesa Loop is best visited during: All year.
      ▼ How busy is Skein Mesa Loop?
      Skein Mesa Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 1 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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