Colorado Trail to Gudy’s Rest

Cappie’s Scoop: When I visit Durango, sometimes I need to get out but mom doesn’t want to drive too far. So we found this spot on the popular Colorado Trail. We pass a lot of hoomans with dogs and even hoomans on big bikes. They are very nice when they pass us. We hike up to a cool bench where mom and I sit, have treats and look at the beautiful view! Don’t hesitate to add YOUR scoop in the comments below!

Tips: We started this trail at Junction Creek, the southern terminus for The Colorado Trail. You could hike to Denver from here! Instead we hiked up to a beautiful view point called Gudy’s Rest. The first couple miles follow the creek on your left and then you make a left crossing over a wooden bridge to start climbing the switchbacks to the view point. We’ve read that Gudy’s Rest is named for Gudy Gaskill, known as “the Mother of the Colorado Trail” and her favorite spot to sit was this high point.

Directions: From the town of Durango head north on US-550 and turn left onto W 25th St. This street becomes Junction St and then Junction Creek Rd/Co Rd 204. In about 3.5 miles, the trailhead parking lot will be on your left.