Sarvis Creek

Managing agency

Arapaho-Roosevelt NF — Canyon Lakes RD

Sarvis Creek is a 3.4-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the town of Colorado, managed by the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest's Canyon Lakes Ranger District. This moderate day hike follows Sarvis Creek through the national forest, offering hikers a chance to experience the landscape of the Colorado Front Range. The trail is accessible from the Canyon Lakes area and provides a straightforward out-and-back route suitable for hikers seeking a half-day adventure. The creek drainage offers riparian habitat and forest scenery typical of the region. Being managed by the U.S. Forest Service, the trail is maintained as part of the public trail system in the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest. The trail is best visited during the warmer months when snow has cleared from higher elevations and conditions are passable. Hikers should come prepared with standard day-hike essentials and be aware of typical high-altitude conditions and weather patterns in the Colorado mountains. Check with the Canyon Lakes Ranger District for current trail conditions before heading out.