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2.1 miles
Distance
-437 ft
Descent
00:11:11
Avg time
-437 ft
Altitude change
5,050 ft
Altitude min
5,488 ft
Altitude max
5,488 ft
Altitude start
5,049 ft
Altitude end
-4%
Grade
-14.7%
Grade max
2 miles
Distance down
502 ft
Distance flat
00:11:11
Avg time

Kessel Run Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Fruita
    , Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Green (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #12968 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #50279 in Trail Running
    • #73183 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Very relaxed trail in the downhill direction.

Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Blue Rating: Intermediate features and steeper terrain.

Some off-camber. Adaptive riders with higher disability level might need a spot.

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    Land Manager
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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May 11, 2026 @ 3:06pm (America/Denver)
May 11, 2026
 It is dry but not terribly dusty, and there are no loose sand washes. I had thought this was just a campground access but it is a fun, flowy trail...
Mar 31, 2026 @ 3:42pm (America/Denver)
Mar 31, 2026
Nov 10, 2025 @ 1:54pm (America/Denver)
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Nov 9, 2025 @ 2:04pm (America/Denver)
Nov 9, 2025
Apr 3, 2025 @ 10:50am
Apr 3, 2025
 super smooth and fun
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on May 11, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.45 (39 votes)
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        Directions to kessel-run trailhead (39.334710, -108.700480)

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        youtuber Kessel Run 2018 (Fruita, Co) Mountain Biking
        9:02 | 993 | Apr 24, 2018 , Fruita
        Kessel Run - 18 Road - Fruita - Colorado
        3:14 | 77 | Jul 9, 2025 , Fruita
        Kessel Run MTB trail at 18 Road BLM area,...
        8:40 | 75 | Jul 3, 2025 , Fruita
        Kessel Run MTB trail at 18 Road BLM area,...
        8:40 | 98 | Apr 4, 2025 , Fruita

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        Fruita Ultimate Flow at 18 Road
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        PBR Laps
        ★ 2.0 • 4 miles • 483 ft • 3 •
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        Kessel Run Laps
        4 miles • 440 ft • 3 •
        This route is intended for adaptive riders. Just hot laps on Kessel Run. Climb up the road and DH the trail.

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Kessel Run

        ▼ Where is Kessel Run located?
        Kessel Run is located in Fruita, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Fruita trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.33471, -108.70048.
        ▼ How hard is Kessel Run?
        Kessel Run is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 4%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Kessel Run?
        The trail has 437 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,050 ft to 5,488 ft.
        ▼ Is Kessel Run a point to point trail?
        Yes, Kessel Run is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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