Colorado · Hiking

Fern Creek

17.8 mi
round trip
1,830 ft
climb
12,011 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Fern Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Rio Grande National Forest. It doesn't name Fern Creek, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Rio Grande National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Fern Creek is a hard hike in Colorado's Rio Grande National Forest, within the Divide Ranger District. The trail is an out-and-back that climbs from about 9,880 feet to about 12,010 feet, with a total elevation gain of 1,830 feet over a route of about 17.8 miles. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is open year-round. The trail is natural-surfaced and allows horses, but bikes are not permitted. Texas Creek lies just 0.3 miles away, and Red Lakes is about 1.5 miles off. For an overnight stay, Road Canyon Campground is about 4.1 miles away, and the Road Canyon Boat Ramp is about 4.6 miles away.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.