Hermosa Creek Trail
Hermosa Creek Special Management Area, La Plata County, CO
Point-to-point trail in Hermosa Creek Special Management Area, La Plata County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 19.2 mi (30.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,497 ft (761 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 25 min
- High point
- 8,871 ft (2,704 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Jones Creek Trailhead 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Hermosa Creek Trail
How long is Hermosa Creek Trail?
Hermosa Creek Trail is 19.2 mi (30.8 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 25 min. It climbs 2,497 ft (761 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,871 ft (2,704 m).
How hard is Hermosa Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Hermosa Creek Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Hermosa Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is Hermosa Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (81% under trees).
What can you do on Hermosa Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with bikes, horses, motor vehicles. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Hermosa 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 Hermosa Creek Trail
- Jones Creek Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Hard · 8.4 mi (13.5 km)
- Dutch Creek Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Expert · 12 mi (19.3 km)
- Pinkerton-Flagstaff Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Expert · 17.2 mi (27.6 km)
- Clear Creek Trail Hermosa Creek Wilderness · Expert · 15.2 mi (24.4 km)
- Little Elk Creek Trail Hermosa Creek Special Management Area · Expert · 11.4 mi (18.4 km)
- Stevens Creek Trail San Juan National Forest · Expert · 14.6 mi (23.5 km)
- Stevens Creek Trail San Juan National Forest · Expert · 14.8 mi (23.8 km)
- Goulding Creek Trail San Juan National Forest · Hard · 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
More hikes in Hermosa Creek Special Management Area
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