Goat Creek

Managing agency

Medicine Bow-Routt NF — Hahns Peak/Bears Ears RD

Goat Creek is an 8.9-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Colorado area. The trail is managed by the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, specifically the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District, which maintains the route and surrounding lands. This out-and-back configuration means hikers will travel to a destination point and return via the same route, covering approximately 17.8 miles round trip. The trail offers access to the scenic terrain managed by the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District, a region known for diverse mountain ecosystems and wildlife habitat. The route is suitable for hikers looking for a moderate-distance adventure in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest system. The trail provides opportunities to explore the natural features of this managed landscape in northern Colorado. For current conditions, trail maintenance updates, or specific regulations, contact the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District directly, as trail conditions can vary seasonally and may be affected by weather or forest management activities.