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Colorado
Farmers Creek
7.2 mi
Distance
2,971 ft
Gain
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Inside Rio Grande National Forest
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Loop trail
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Farmers Creek
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Elevation & route
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- 7.2 mi
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- 2,971 ft
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- Forest Service
About this trail
Farmers Creek is a 7.2-mile loop trail located in Colorado near the town of Colorado, managed by the Gunnison National Forest's Norwood Ranger District. The trail offers a full circuit route suitable for hikers seeking a moderate day hike experience in the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests system. The loop configuration allows hikers to complete their journey at the starting point without backtracking. This trail provides access to the natural landscape characteristic of the Uncompahgre Plateau region, managed by the Norwood Ranger District. Hikers should check in with the Norwood Ranger District for current trail conditions and any seasonal closures before planning their visit. The Forest Service maintains this trail as part of the broader recreation opportunities in the GMUG National Forest system. Standard forest regulations and Leave No Trace principles apply. For additional trail information, detailed maps, and up-to-date conditions, contact the Norwood Ranger District directly or visit the official GMUG National Forest website.
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