Horsethief State Wildlife Area

Horsethief State Wildlife Area is located within the 123,000 acre McInnis Canyon National Conservation Area located west of Grand Junction Colorado. The area includes the Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness of 75,550 acres. The trails can be accessed by foot or horseback. Eric and I began our hike at 9:30 am in a lightly brisk temperature in the 60s. We followed the Pollock Bench Trail as it followed through surroundings of rock cliffs and majestic canyon. This hike is an easy to moderate loop trail of approximately 5.5 miles. we diverted a bit and followed the Flume Canyon trail on the way back. Dogs are allowed but there was no water to be found. To get to here: From Grand Junction, Colorado, go south to Fruita and then 5 more miles west to the Colorado National Monument. After passing the Colorado River, look for a sign to Mc Innis State Park.