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2.2 miles
Distance
329 ft
Climb
-226 ft
Descent
00:51:40
Avg time
103 ft
Altitude change
8,400 ft
Altitude min
8,613 ft
Altitude max
8,490 ft
Altitude start
8,593 ft
Altitude end
0.9%
Grade
-17.4%
Grade max
31.1%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
453 ft
Distance flat
00:51:40
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Skyline Ridge Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Sky Mountain Park
    Aspen, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #124084 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #296795 in Trail Running
    • #308095 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
  • Land Owner
    Pitkin County

This trail offers some of the biggest & most panoramic views in the upper valley, including 360 degree views at the eastern end near the airport's radar tower structure. The trail roughly follows the ridgeline of Sky Mountain Park, connecting on the west end directly to the Viewline trail, and on the east to Radar Road.

Colorful wildflowers abound along the trail during late spring, early summer, soon after the area opens up to recreation for the season. Views towards Aspen and Snowmass, as well as the high mountains in all directions are incredible. Whether you're a local, or you're visiting the area for the first time, put this trail on your short list

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Wet throughout with mud in many places where the snow is still melting.
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        Directions to skyline-ridge trailhead (39.231870, -106.883470)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Skyline Ridge

        Where is Skyline Ridge located?
        Skyline Ridge is located in Sky Mountain Park, Aspen, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Sky Mountain Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.23187, -106.88347.
        How hard is Skyline Ridge?
        Skyline Ridge is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Skyline Ridge?
        Skyline Ridge has 329 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 226 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 8,400 ft to 8,613 ft.
        How long is Skyline Ridge?
        Skyline Ridge is 2.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.

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