Benito Creek Trail
La Garita Wilderness, Saguache County, CO
Out-and-back trail in La Garita Wilderness, Saguache County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 4.3 mi (7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,411 ft (430 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 5 min
- High point
- 12,264 ft (3,738 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Benito Creek Trail
How long is Benito Creek Trail?
Benito Creek Trail is 4.3 mi (7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,411 ft (430 m) in total, up to a high point of 12,264 ft (3,738 m).
How hard is Benito Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Benito Creek Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (33% under trees).
What can you do on Benito Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Benito Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Benito Creek Trail
- Halfmoon Creek Trail La Garita Wilderness · Moderate · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Lake Fork Saguache Road Gunnison National Forest · Easy · 4.6 mi (7.4 km)
- Wheeler Loop Trail La Garita Wilderness · Moderate · 2.4 mi (3.9 km)
- Wason Park Cut-Off Trail La Garita Wilderness · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Wheeler Trail La Garita Wilderness · Hard · 5.9 mi (9.5 km)
- Halfmoon Pass Trail La Garita Wilderness · Expert · 13.8 mi (22.3 km)
- Lake Fork Trail Rio Grande National Forest · Hard · 8 mi (12.8 km)
- Horse Canyon Road Gunnison National Forest · Easy · 5.6 mi (9 km)
More hikes in La Garita Wilderness
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