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Hiking – Monument Canyon

One way downhill hike (car shuttle) with a detour to the Coke Ovens passing notable rock formations the Kissing Couple and Independence Monument.

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Anne Keil
Anne Keil
Primary Leader
  • Fri, Nov 4, 2022
  • Western Slope
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • B
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 340 ft

Great views of the Natl Monument and the Grand Valley on our hike down, 1700 ft loss and 340 ft gain. We'll make a 1 mile round trip detour to the Coke Ovens shortly after leaving the upper trailhead.

Meet for an 8am departure from public lot west of Montrose Autozone. If coming from GJ, make arrangements with leader to meet at lower Monument Canyon trailhead between 9:15-9:30 to arrange car shuttle.

Route/Place

Monument Canyon

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

10 essentials, lunch, water, rain gear, National Parks pass.

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