Big Lick Trail
Hermosa Creek Special Management Area, La Plata County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Hermosa Creek Special Management Area, La Plata County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 10.5 mi (17 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,365 ft (721 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 35 min
- High point
- 10,443 ft (3,183 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Big Lick Trail
How long is Big Lick Trail?
Big Lick Trail is 10.5 mi (17 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 35 min. It climbs 2,365 ft (721 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,443 ft (3,183 m).
How hard is Big Lick Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Big Lick Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (73% under trees).
What can you do on Big Lick Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Big Lick 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 Big Lick Trail
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- Salt Creek Trail Hermosa Creek Wilderness · Expert · 11.2 mi (18 km)
- Corral Draw Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Expert · 11.3 mi (18.2 km)
- West Cross Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Hard · 8.1 mi (13 km)
- Cutthroat Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Hard · 12.4 mi (19.9 km)
- South Fork Trail Hermosa Creek Wilderness · Expert · 14.1 mi (22.7 km)
- Hermosa Park Road Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Moderate · 11.6 mi (18.6 km)
- Neglected Trail Hermosa Creek Wilderness · Expert · 11.5 mi (18.4 km)
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