Name: Son of Middle Creek
Rating: 4.0

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“A beautiful trail through pine and aspen forests.”

— Nick Wilder

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Closed May 1 - June 15

Description

Great views of Vail through a pretty nice aspen forest, though not the most pristine in the area. Lots of loop possibilities with the North Trail - Eastern Section and Red Sandstone Road.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - White River National Forest Office

Nov 8, 2018: Forest Service releases Draft Decision for Golden Peak Improvements Project

Nov 7, 2018: Early snow prompts Vail Pass Area to open early to snowmobiles

Nov 6, 2018: Forest Service seeks public comments on Copper Mountain Snowmaking and Summer Uses Project

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Trail Ratings

4.0 from 2 votes

#7

in Vail

#6943

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4.0 from 2 votes

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#7

in Vail

#706

in Colorado

#6,943

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View of Vail Village

View of the Lionshead part of Vail

The nearly ever-present view of Mt of the Holy…

Amazing light in the aspens.

Start of Son of Middle Creek Trail

2.1 Miles 3.3 Kilometers 86% Runnable	397' 121 m Ascent -359' -109 m Descent
7% Avg Grade (4°) 18% Max Grade (10°)	9,677' 2,950 m High 9,397' 2,864 m Low

Son of Middle Creek

2.1 Miles 3.3 Kilometers

86%

397' 121 m

-359' -109 m

7%

18%

9,677' 2,950 m

9,397' 2,864 m

Shared By Nick Wilder

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