Colorado · Hiking · Weminuche Wilderness · Near South Fork

Turkey Creek

33.2 mi
round trip
3,300 ft
climb
12,157 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Turkey Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in San Juan National Forest. It doesn't name Turkey Creek, so check the source for the area it covers (3 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · San Juan National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Turkey Creek is a hard hike in Colorado's Weminuche Wilderness, part of the Pagosa Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest. The route is an out-and-back that climbs from about 8,570 feet to about 12,157 feet, with a total elevation gain of about 3,300 feet over a round trip of about 33 miles. The trail is on natural surface, and horses are allowed. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is open from June 1 to September 30. That window fits the most comfortable stretch of the year, when summer brings the warmest conditions in the high country. Nearby, Fourmile Stock Dr. and Anderson are both hikes within about 4 miles. West Fork Campground and the West Fork San Juan River are about 4.6 miles away.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    West Fork Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 4.6 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Ramon's Mexican Restaurant

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 24 mi

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