Rating: Difficult

Distance: 4.2 miles (loop)

Surface: Crusher fines (1.3mi) + Dirt (3mi)

Width: Avg: 4’

Grade: Avg: 5% Max: 10-18% for 0.5mi

Cross-slope: Unknown

Trail Notes: This is a difficult, wheelchair-friendly loop in Bobcat Ridge Natural Area that offers scenic view of the red rock formation of Devil’s Backbone and a historic cabin.

Hard Spots: Visitors with wheelchairs or mobility equipment should be prepared for a difficult trail. Adaptive and motorized devices may be used, in addition to all-terrain tires and/or assistance.

Habitat & Wildlife: Enjoy exploring the grassy valley, foothills, ponderosa pines, stunning red rock cliffs, and more. Bobcat Ridge is home to elk, wild turkey, mountain lions, and other wildlife.

Culture and History: Several historic homestead sites dot the landscape.

Accessible Parking: The parking lot at Bobcat Ridge (W County Road 32C) offers ADA parking with paved access to vault toilets. The paved trail from the parking lot leads to the accessible picnic shelter. The parking lot also offers visitors a mobility assist horse ramp. The ramp is constructed with a moderately accessible crusher fine surface.