Fish Creek Trail
San Juan National Forest, Archuleta County, CO
Out-and-back trail in San Juan National Forest, Archuleta County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 10.3 mi (16.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,867 ft (874 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 45 min
- High point
- 11,070 ft (3,374 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Fish Creek Trail
How long is Fish Creek Trail?
Fish Creek Trail is 10.3 mi (16.7 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 45 min. It climbs 2,867 ft (874 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,070 ft (3,374 m).
How hard is Fish Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Fish Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (86% under trees).
What can you do on Fish Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Fish 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 Fish Creek Trail
- Buckles Lake Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Opal Lake Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
- Leche Creek Trail South San Juan Wilderness · Expert · 15.8 mi (25.4 km)
- V Rock Trail South San Juan Wilderness · Hard · 8 mi (12.9 km)
- V Rock Trail South San Juan Wilderness · Expert · 15 mi (24.1 km)
- Navajo Peak Trail South San Juan Wilderness · Expert · 14.1 mi (22.7 km)
- Fish Lake Trail South San Juan Wilderness · Expert · 12.3 mi (19.8 km)
- Fish Creek Trail South San Juan Wilderness · Hard · 5.8 mi (9.3 km)
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