Paradox Trail (CO)

Montrose County, Colorado, United States

104.8 miles (168.7 km) · 16,863 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Paradox Trail (CO) covers 104.8 miles across Montrose County, Colorado, United States. Runners face 16,863 feet of climbing with 15,099 feet of loss. The largest climb extends 28.0 miles, gaining 3,916 feet. The course averages 163 feet of vertical gain per mile. The course is 73% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 30.4 out of 10, placing it in the 94.45th percentile. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking Colorado adventures.