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Knife Edge Trail

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  • Total Length
    1mi
  • Ascent
    143ft
  • Difficulty
    Easy

The Knife Edge Trail is an easy 1 mile out and back route leaving from the Knife Edge Trailhead. This level trail follows a section of the historic park road, built in 1914, along Mesa Verde’s north escarpment. Views to the northwest make this trail a great place to enjoy sunset.

Note:  A serious rockfall occurred along the last quarter of Knife Edge Trail. trail is open but please do not enter the rockfall area.

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  • Out & Back
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  • Kid-Friendly
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