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Chief Ouray Mine Trail, Ouray

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Hiking Trail · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • What a hike! It’s tough, steep and a little scary in places if you suffer from vertigo. From 7700 ft in town to over 10000ft at the mine, you go up and up and up. At the top there’s a river to cross.....  more
    What a hike! It’s tough, steep and a little scary in places if you suffer from vertigo. From 7700 ft in town to over 10000ft at the mine, you go up and up and up. At the top there’s a river to cross.....  more »
  • This is one of my favorite hikes, but it is tough and narrow. Beautiful views at the top. I saw people walking without water or a pack. Though only 5 miles or so round trip, it is pretty much... 
    This is one of my favorite hikes, but it is tough and narrow. Beautiful views at the top. I saw people walking without water or a pack. Though only 5 miles or so round trip, it is pretty much...  more »
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  • We started the hike right before it started raining and we were very sad
  • Well worth the hike! Definitely not a quick or easy trek. But the views are amazing and it’s a great experience. Don’t start the hike if it looks like rain!

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