Dunton is a region situated deep within the San Juan Mountains of Colorado, characterized by its high-altitude terrain and diverse natural features. The landscape includes the West Fork of the Dolores River, which carves through the area, alongside forests of aspen and conifer, and expansive high-elevation meadows. This varied topography provides a suitable environment for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more. The region is also known for its unique calcium bicarbonate hot springs, offering a…
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44.2km
01:53
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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65.6km
03:13
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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91.4km
04:10
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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54.2km
02:07
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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38.2km
02:16
220m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.8km
02:38
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250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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81.0km
05:33
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450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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56.9km
03:23
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390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.6km
02:45
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.66km
00:55
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.08km
01:34
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.71km
00:54
40m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.87km
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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.44km
00:40
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.27km
00:36
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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97.1km
06:02
440m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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87.5km
05:20
510m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.8km
03:19
360m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.3km
01:37
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Dunton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features the San Juan Mountains, the West Fork of the Dolores River, and unique hot springs. More than 3,000 visitors have shared experiences, with routes rated an average of 4.59 out of 5 stars.
Dunton offers road cycling opportunities, notably along the "Dunton Road." This route provides a quiet ride of approximately 18 to 22 miles (29 to 35 km) out and back, following the Dunton river. Cyclists can find more details in the Road Cycling Routes around Dunton guide.
Dunton features a range of hiking trails, from easy paths to challenging ascents in the high San Juans. Popular options include hikes to Navajo Lake and Kilpacker Basin, or exploring a three-mile trail with river valley views. A local waterfall is also a short walk from the property. Further information is available in the Hiking around Dunton guide.
Gravel biking is an option in Dunton, with routes like "Dunton Road" offering progressively steeper terrain north of Dunton Hot Springs to high elevation meadows. These routes are suitable for gravel bikes with wider tires. The Gravel biking around Dunton guide provides additional details.
The Dunton region is characterized by the San Juan Mountains, the West Fork of the Dolores River, and picturesque waterfalls. The landscape includes aspen and conifer forests, high-elevation meadows, and snow-capped peaks like the Wilson Massif. A notable feature is the series of calcium bicarbonate hot springs, rich in minerals.
The Dunton area provides diverse terrains suitable for jogging, ranging from gentle paths to more challenging ascents through forests and meadows. The abundance of hiking and mountain biking trails naturally lends itself to jogging activities. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Dunton guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Dunton, including Road Cycling Routes around Dunton, Hiking around Dunton, and Gravel biking around Dunton. Other guides cover general cycling, running trails, and easy hikes.
Dunton is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
The official website for Dunton Hot Springs, which provides information on the region and its offerings, is www.duntondestinations.com.
The main phone number for Dunton Hot Springs is +1 (970) 882-4800. A toll-free option is also available at +1 (866) 976-4397.
Dunton offers hiking trails suitable for various skill levels, including easy paths. Visitors can explore a three-mile hiking trail on the property with views into river valleys, or find other accessible routes. The Easy hikes around Dunton guide provides specific recommendations.

