Grand Junction, CO
Hawkeye Trailhead
The BLM-managed Hawkeye Trailhead is a scenic, low-traffic staging area located near Mack, Colorado, offering an ideal gateway to the western edge of the world-famous Kokopelli Loops and the McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area. This primitive site features unpaved parking without water or restroom facilities, serving as a peaceful alternative to busier regional trailheads for intermediate mountain bikers, hikers, and trail runners. From the lot, visitors gain immediate access to the winding, 2.8-mile Hawkeye singletrack, which climbs through desert terrain to connect directly with upper Mack Ridge and a vast network of iconic backcountry trails.
This site does not have any amenities. It is a primitive parking lot with no public restrooms, drinking water, or trash collection bins, so visitors must pack out all waste.
Trailhead · Near Grand Junction, CO
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What hikers most often want to know about Hawkeye Trailhead.
Do I need a permit to use Hawkeye Trailhead?
No permit is required to access Hawkeye Trailhead. The trailhead is open to the public as a BLM-managed site within McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.
What amenities are available at the trailhead parking area?
Hawkeye Trailhead is a primitive site with unpaved parking but no water or restroom facilities. Plan accordingly and bring what you need for your visit.
Who is Hawkeye Trailhead suitable for?
The trailhead serves intermediate mountain bikers, hikers, and trail runners. It's a low-traffic alternative to busier regional staging areas in the area.
What terrain can I expect on Hawkeye Singletrack?
The 2.8-mile Hawkeye Singletrack climbs through desert terrain and connects to the western edge of the Kokopelli Loops. The route offers scenic, winding trail conditions suitable for intermediate riders and hikers.
Where is Hawkeye Trailhead located?
Hawkeye Trailhead is located near Mack, Colorado, close to Grand Junction, within McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area on BLM-managed land.