Graysill (506)
Graysill Trail #506 is a quick and easy way out of Cascade Canyon. From bottom of Cascade Creek Trail #510, the trail heads up a north-facing slope, passes over Cascade Divide FR #579 and ends at the Colorado Trail /Rico-SilvertonTrail #507. The trail is signposted through old timber cuts below the road. There is no water on this trail. The main attraction of this trail is to get to the Colorado Trail.
- Distance (one-way): 2.4 miles
- Starting Elevation: 9,680' (junction with Cascade Creek Trail)
- Ending Elevation: 11,490' (junction with Colorado Trail / Rico-Silverton Trail)
At a Glance
Best Season: | Spring, Summer and Fall |
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Restrictions: | Non-motorized use only |
Closest Towns: | Durango, CO |
Water: | No water |
Restroom: | Practice Leave No Trace |
Information Center: | Columbine Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Durango, CO:
- Cascade Creek Trail: Travel 30 miles north on U.S. 550, turn west on the Cascade dirt road (frontage access sign). This road eventually turns into 4WD, but there is a little cul-de-sac area just past the flume where there is some parking. From here follow the dirt road approximately ¾ mile to a red gate before a cabin on the right. Open the gate and follow the road until it turns to the trail.
- The trail can also be accessed via the Colorado Trail (was Rico-Silverton Road)
USGS Maps: Engineer Mountain and Hermosa Peak