Speer Hunter

2/5 (1 reviews)
Located in Mesa County, just west of De Beque, Speer Hunter is a trail that offers plenty of camping and other outdoor activities in a very rugged and remote environment, yet relatively close to the major metropolitan area of the Grand Valley. This trail traverses the north side of South Shale Ridge... Read More
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Highlights of Speer Hunter

Camping Category Icon Camping
Overland Category Icon Overland
Scenic Category Icon Scenic
Highest Elevation
7401 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
277
Nearest Town
De Beque
Nearest Services
De Beque
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Grand Junction Field Office

Overview

Located in Mesa County, just west of De Beque, Speer Hunter is a trail that offers plenty of camping and other outdoor activities in a very rugged and remote environment, yet relatively close to the major metropolitan area of the Grand Valley. This trail traverses the north side of South Shale Ridge and is a great trail to include with others in the area for a full day or even a full weekend of off-road adventures. The warm and dry area this trail is located in ensures that it is passable for a longer period of the year compared to other trails deeper in the Rocky Mountains. Early Spring and late Fall are great times to visit this beautiful area.

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13 Waypoints
41 Trail Photos
3 Trail Concerns
1 Community Reviews
1 Video
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