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Devil's Canyon Trail System
4.8 ★★★★★ 268 Google reviews · Running trail in Fruita, Colorado · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Devil's Canyon Trail System's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Devil's Canyon Trail System
“It was absolutely beautiful, easily accessible and an easy trail.”
“One of the best shortish trail systems in Colorado, well marked, quite varied, not too crowded.”
“It was absolutely beautiful, easily accessible and an easy trail.”
“Excellent, dog-friendly hike adjacent to the Colorado National Monument.”
This is a great place to go hike and see geology at its best. There are a few signs explaining the geology. The trail is dirt so be aware of wet weather. The place is beautiful. The rock formations are dynamic and beautiful! This is a must do place! You can bring you dog.
One of the best shortish trail systems in Colorado, well marked, quite varied, not too crowded. We loved it and will be back.
If there are lots of vehicles parked, no worries! Lots of open space, so many trails. There are maps in a metal box before you start your hike. It is NOT labeled but should contain maps. Also, lots of people bring their dogs and most are not on a leash. They are good dogs though :) Enjoy!!!
I love to take my kids on new adventures and new hiking spots. Devil's canyon was a great place for a nice beginner hike or mid hiking person to enjoy by themselves or with family.I really do enjoy going out there and seeing the scenery and just being able to walk with my family and enjoy their time in Nature.
Trail conditions & character
“The views are simply amazing and again I felt very far away even though the city is close by.”
“Great aside from the weirdo who suggested I get in his vehicle because I was carrying my dog to avoid him getting cacti thorns in his paws.”
“The parking lot is wide and has pit toilets.”
“Appears to be hiking only with a variety of gravel path and single track options.”
“It was absolutely beautiful, easily accessible and an easy trail.”
“One of the best shortish trail systems in Colorado, well marked, quite varied, not too crowded.”
Plan your run at Devil's Canyon Trail System
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteblm.gov
- Phone+1 970-244-3000
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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