

The trails meet back up after 1/2 mile or so and then climbs to the top of the ridge. See list of trails and roads open to ATVs If you have questions in the meantime, contact the Ranger Districts. Devils Backbone Nature Trail: A geological story in our backyard - See 239 traveler reviews, 112 candid photos, and great deals for Loveland, CO, at Tripadvisor. The west half of the loop, while challenging, is rideable by most, while the east half of the loop is black-diamond difficult and will require most riders to push a few sections with large rock drops and obstacles. Both trails have many rock sections that begin to resemble something from a Martian landscape.

The trail splits again at around mile 2.5. The trail then turns into a gradual climb and the rocks begin to dominate the trail. Stay to the right (hikers and horses to the left) and the trails rejoin in 1/2 a mile or so. Most riders will have to push up a few of the technical sections.ģ/4 of the way up the climb the trail splits. In the mountains, rough and rocky features commonly contain the word devil. Is it confusing to follow the trail We were going to start at Manker Flats. Veer right (to the left is closed to bikes) and climb a steep hill with a few switchbacks, water bars, and one or two significant rock obstacles. Devils Backbone Overlook, Milepost 143.9. The devils backbone looks intense, wanted to hear some perspectives of the hike. This trail picks up at the northern end of the Hidden Valley Trail.
