Deer Creek Trail
San Juan National Forest, San Juan County, CO
Out-and-back trail in San Juan National Forest, San Juan County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 9.5 mi (15.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,385 ft (727 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 15 min
- High point
- 11,929 ft (3,636 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Deer Creek Trail
How long is Deer Creek Trail?
Deer Creek Trail is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 15 min. It climbs 2,385 ft (727 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,929 ft (3,636 m).
How hard is Deer Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Deer Creek Trail?
Parking at the start, Free. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Deer Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Deer Creek Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (35% under trees).
What can you do on Deer Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Deer 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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- Pass Trail San Juan National Forest · Hard · 5 mi (8 km)
- Andrews Lake Horse Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Andrews Lake Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Crater Lake Trail Weminuche Wilderness · Expert · 10.8 mi (17.4 km)
- Spud Lake Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Molas Lake Trail San Juan County · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
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