Colorado · Hiking · Near Pitkin

Sheep Creek

8.7 mi
round trip
1,155 ft
climb
10,811 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Sheep Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

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

Sheep Creek is an out-and-back hike in Colorado's Rio Grande National Forest, within the Saguache Ranger District, about 8.7 miles long with an elevation gain of 1,155 feet. The trail climbs from a low point of about 9,483 feet to a high point of about 10,811 feet, and it is rated moderate. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is open year round. The route is on natural surface and allows both horses and bikes. Parking is at the East Sheep Creek trailhead. Lower Sheep Creek lies about 0.9 miles away, and East Sheep Creek is about 1.7 miles away. Buffalo Pass Campground is about 4.7 miles away for overnight stays, and the Upper Razor Spur Trail is about 3.2 miles away.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    Buffalo Pass Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 4.7 mi from the trail
  • If it rains

    Waunita Pass

    Viewpoint

    On your way back · 23 mi

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