Colorado · Hiking · Near South Fork

Mckenzie

14.1 mi
round trip
2,958 ft
climb
11,639 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Mckenzie open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Rio Grande National Forest. It doesn't name Mckenzie, 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.

McKenzie 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 8,877 feet to about 11,639 feet, with a total elevation gain of 2,958 feet over a route of about 14 miles. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trailhead is at McKenzie (#804), which is open year-round. The trail is natural-surfaced and allows both horses and bikes. That makes it a versatile route for riders and pack animals, and the climb is a significant one, so plan for a full day on foot or on horseback. Several other trails sit close by. Shallow Creek is about 1.2 miles away and Miner's Creek Trail about 1.4 miles. For an overnight stay, Mountain Views at Rivers Edge RV Park is about 3.2 miles off, and Rio Grande Campground is about 5.9 miles away.

Around this trail

Add any of these when you start a trip
  • Sleep close

    Mountain Views at Rivers Edge RV Park

    Campground

    Campground · 3.2 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Kip's Grill

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 2 mi
  • If it rains

    Quiller Gallery

    Gallery

    On your way back · 2 mi

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