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535 ft
Distance
-73 ft
Descent
00:10:20
Avg time
-73 ft
Altitude change
7,034 ft
Altitude min
7,107 ft
Altitude max
7,107 ft
Altitude start
7,034 ft
Altitude end
-13.6%
Grade
-26.8%
Grade max
-2.7%
Grade min
505 ft
Distance down
30 ft
Distance flat
00:10:20
Avg time
Dark Star Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaOverend Mountain Park
Durango, Colorado -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity70 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 55 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC, DJ
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular In Reverse
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Climb DifficultyDouble Black Diamond
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonApril 15 - Dec 1
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Drop, Roller Coaster
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Land OwnerCity of Durango
Great Natural Trail, but is largely closed from December 1st to April 15th annually due to wildlife closure.
It is steeper with a few fun options. Can be used to access some rowdy freeride lines.
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Mountain biking is dangerous. Be careful.
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BLMLand Manager
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 3 rides
- 7 miles average
6 Months
- 12 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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- 68 rides
- Last: Jun 18, 2026
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Directions to dark-star trailhead
(37.292110, -107.896080)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Star
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Where is Dark Star located?
Dark Star is located in Overend Mountain Park, Durango, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Overend Mountain Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.29211, -107.89608.
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How hard is Dark Star?
Dark Star is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 13.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Double Black Diamond.
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What is the elevation gain for Dark Star?
The trail has 73 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,034 ft to 7,107 ft.
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Is Dark Star a point to point trail?
Dark Star is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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