Basics
- Location:
- Near Steamboat Springs
- Setting:
- Mountainous
- Length:
- 7.2 mile roundtrip
- Difficulty:
- Intermediate
- Time:
- 3.5 to 4.5 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 6800 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 1200 feet
- Season:
- Spring - Summer
Description
Trail #1160
This trail is within an area closure between 11/15-5/15 for wildlife protection. Being at a lower elevation this trail is usable earlier in the spring for walking, running, hiking and biking. Many use this trail with FDR 60, Buffalo Pass Road, to complete a mountain bike loop. Be alert for heavy mountain biking! This is an easy trail and it is enjoyed by many.
The Spring Creek Trail begins on a dirt road on the edge of town, following Spring Creek upstream. Just up the trail the user will encounter an educational pavilion and two small city reservoirs. The trail becomes a 4WD road and splits further up; taking the trail on your right begins the 1160 trail. From the Spring Creek Road to the Forest Boundary you will travel 2.1 miles. Once you've entered the Routt National Forest, the trail winds 1.5 miles up to the Dry Lake Campground on the Buffalo Pass Road, FDR 60.
Tour Companies
Vista Verde Guest Ranch - Hiking
- Near Steamboat Springs
- Hiking
- 970-879-3858
At Vista Verde Ranch, hiking is one of the many activities you can try during your all-inclusive Colorado ranch vacation. Our guides offer a customized outdoor experience whether you want to rock climb, mountain bike, fly fish or horseback ride.Helpful Links
Tour Companies
Vista Verde Guest Ranch - Hiking
- Near Steamboat Springs
- Hiking
- 970-879-3858
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Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From Lincoln Avenue, turn on to 3rd Street. Travel 2 blocks and turn right on to Pine Street. Pine Street turns into E. Maple Street the street onto the dirt and gravel drive and you are on the free parking lot. Do not block other cars or the road.
