TRAIL NAME | MILEAGE | DIFFICULTY |
Kessel Run | 1.6 | Easy |
Western Zippity | 1.7 | More Difficult |
Frontside | 1.9 | More Difficult |
Joe’s Ridge | 1.1 | More Difficult |
Prime Cut | 1.9 | More Difficult |
Vegetarian | 1.5 | More Difficult |
Edge Loop | 4.7 | More Difficult – Very Difficult |
Zippity Do Da | 2 | Very Difficult |
Chutes & Ladders | 3 | Very Difficult |
Brochures: North Fruita Desert Brochure
Map: North Fruita Desert Trail System
Season Dates: April - October Note: Summer temperatures in the area can exceed 100°
Fees: None
Site Overview: This trailhead is the primary access point for a series of loop trails popular with mountain bikers.
Directions: Take Interstate 70 west to Fruita (Exit 19). Turn right onto Cherry Street and take the first right onto Aspen Avenue. Go through the roundabout and continue on Aspen to Maple Street. Take a left on Maple Street and then travel north. The street will turn into 17.5 Road. Take a right on N.3 road and then a left on 18 Road. Travel approximately seven miles on 18 Road until you reach the North Fruita Desert Trail System
Contact Information: Grand Junction Field Office 970-244-3000