Colorado · Hiking · Weminuche Wilderness

Johnson Creek

14.7 mi
round trip
3,539 ft
climb
12,692 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Johnson Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Columbine Ranger District. It doesn't name Johnson Creek, so check the source for the area it covers (5 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Columbine Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Johnson Creek is a hard hike in Colorado's Weminuche Wilderness, part of the Columbine Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest. The trail is an out-and-back route of about 14.7 miles, with a one-way elevation gain of 3,539 feet, taking you from a low point of about 9,131 feet to a high of about 12,692 feet. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is on natural surface. The trip is open from June 1 to October 1, and horses are allowed. Bikes are not. Plan for a long day on foot, with the climb spread across the full length of the route. Vallecito Creek, a canoeing spot, lies about 1.2 miles away. The Vallecito and Rock Creek hikes are both within about 4 miles. Vallecito Campground is about 7.4 miles off.

Local outfitters

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