Carbonate Creek Trail
Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness, Gunnison County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness, Gunnison County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 11.3 mi (18.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,754 ft (1,449 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 5 min
- High point
- 11,906 ft (3,629 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Carbonate Creek Trail
How long is Carbonate Creek Trail?
Carbonate Creek Trail is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 5 min. It climbs 4,754 ft (1,449 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,906 ft (3,629 m).
How hard is Carbonate Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Carbonate Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Carbonate Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Carbonate Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (24% under trees).
What can you do on Carbonate Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Carbonate Creek Trail?
The Marble Hub, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Marble General Store, 1 mi (1.6 km).
Is this a good week for Carbonate 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.
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- North Lost Trail 1967 Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness · Moderate · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Yule Pass Trail Raggeds Wilderness · Expert · 15.8 mi (25.4 km)
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