Kaufman Creek

Managing agency

Routt NF — Blanco RD

Kaufman Creek is an 11.4-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the town of Colorado, within Routt National Forest's Blanco Ranger District. The trail follows Kaufman Creek through the national forest, offering hikers access to the creek corridor and surrounding forest scenery typical of the area. As an out-and-back route, hikers can turn around at any point along the trail to customize their experience. The full distance of 11.4 miles represents the complete round trip. The trail is managed by the USDA Forest Service through the Blanco Ranger District, ensuring it meets federal trail standards and maintenance guidelines. This trail provides a straightforward hiking option for those exploring Routt National Forest. Its location within the national forest means hikers can expect maintained pathways and typical high country or montane forest conditions. The creek setting suggests water availability along much of the route and potential for viewing riparian vegetation and wildlife.