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One of the best trails in the area with great views of Clear Creek Canyon.


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Map Key

9.1

Miles

14.6

KM

92%

Runnable

7,728' 2,356 m

High

7,041' 2,146 m

Low

1,410' 430 m

Up

1,289' 393 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

16%

Max Grade (9°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Views

Closed to bikes on ODD weekend days.

Runner Notes

On weekends, trail use alternates between bike only and hike/horse only.
Bike ONLY - Hike/Horse Prohibited (Even-numbered calendar dates)
Hike/Horse ONLY - Bike Prohibited (Odd-numbered calendar dates)

Description

From the top of the Mayhem Gulch Trail take a right and continue climbing. There will then be a long descent to Elk Creek where there will be a bridge. Climb again and enjoy the views as you contour along. The only trail split is for the Evening Sun Trail which will ultimately take you to the same place. When open, you can take a left onto the Elk Range Trail and make this into a loop.

Contacts

Shared By:

Scott Krankkala with improvements by Chris DiBartolo

Trail Ratings

  4.4 from 11 votes

#7186

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  4.4 from 11 votes
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Trail Rankings

#529

in Colorado

#7,186

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Photos

Mid March 2019
Mar 27, 2019 near Idaho S…, CO
View of Clear Creek Canyon from a highpoint on the trail
Sep 14, 2015 near Golden, CO
Looking west.
Aug 13, 2016 near Golden, CO
Really pretty drainage.
Oct 27, 2015 near Golden, CO
A look west to alpine peaks.
Oct 27, 2015 near Idaho S…, CO

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