Ruple Point Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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Ruple Point Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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Ruple Point Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

03:20

12.6km

120m

Hiking

The Ruple Point Trail is named after the Ruple family, who lived a little below the trail in what is known as Island Park from 1883 to 1945. At 12.6 kilometres (7.8 mi), the trail is one of the longest in the Dinosaur National Monument and spoils you with first-class…

by Caro "LadyOutdoors"

Last updated: August 13, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

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49 m

Island Park View and Ruple Point Trail

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Island Park is located just below you. From 1883 until 1945 it was the home for the Ruple Family who built a cabin and established a cattle ranch in the …

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6.28 km

Green River view

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At the end of the Ruple Point Trail, a breathtaking view over the meandering Green River awaits you. Take a moment to enjoy the unique scenery of the remote canyonlands.

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12.6 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.73 km

5.68 km

152 m

Surfaces

6.73 km

5.68 km

152 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 13 October

8°C

2°C

51 %

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Comments

January 6, 2024

The Ruple Point Trail is named after the Ruple family, who lived a little below the trail in what is known as Island Park from 1883 to 1945. At 12.6 kilometres (7.8 mi), the trail is one of the longest in the Dinosaur National Monument and spoils you with first-class views.
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The starting point of the Ruple

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