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blue Son of Middle Creek

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  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Central Rockies
  4. Vail
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2.1 mile 3.3 kilometer point to point
86% Runnable
Intermediate

Elevation

Ascent: 397' 121 m
Descent: -359' -109 m
High: 9,677' 2,950 m
Low: 9,397' 2,864 m

Grade

Avg Grade: 7% (4°)
Max Grade: 18% (10°)

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Trail shared by Nick Wilder

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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

May 15, 2019: White River National Forest campgrounds open for the season

May 15, 2019: Green Mountain Reservoir to open with improvements and boat inspections at Heeney Marina

May 14, 2019: Firefighters planning to implement Cattle Creek Prescribed burn Thursday

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Oct 3, 2015
Carly Lockard
Dry, good conditions besides several fallen trees. 2 streams midway still flowing, dog enjoyed the water. Aspens gorgeous! 2.1mi
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  4.0 from 2 votes

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in Vail

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in Vail

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in Colorado

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View of Vail Village
View of Vail Village
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View of the Lionshead part of Vail
View of the Lionshead part of Vail
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The nearly ever-present view of Mt of the Holy Cross
The nearly ever-present view of Mt of the Holy…
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Amazing light in the aspens.
Amazing light in the aspens.
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Start of Son of Middle Creek Trail
Start of Son of Middle Creek Trail
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