Colorado · Hiking · Near Glenwood Springs

Spring Creek

12.6 mi
round trip
2,834 ft
climb
10,864 ft
high point
Out and back
route

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Spring Creek is a hard hike in Colorado's White River National Forest, within the Rifle Ranger District. The trail is an out-and-back that climbs from about 8,028 feet to about 10,864 feet, with a total elevation gain of 2,834 feet over a route of about 12.6 miles. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is accessible and allows horses. The trail is natural-surface and open year-round. Bikes are not allowed. The climb is steep, and the route is long, so plan on a full day. Nearby, East Elk Creek and Hadley Point are both hikes about 2 miles away. East Elk Granite is a climbing area at a similar distance, and Elk Creek Campground is about 6.8 miles off.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    Elk Creek Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 6.8 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Arby's

    Fast food

    On your way back · 12 mi

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