Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail
Great Sand Dunes National Preserve, Saguache County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Great Sand Dunes National Preserve, Saguache County, CO. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.8 mi (7.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,247 ft (685 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 40 min
- High point
- 11,969 ft (3,648 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail
How long is Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail?
Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 40 min. It climbs 2,247 ft (685 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,969 ft (3,648 m).
How hard is Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (92% under trees).
What can you do on Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Little Sand Creek Lakes 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 Little Sand Creek Lakes Trail
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- Upper Sand Creek Trail Great Sand Dunes National Preserve · Expert · 10.1 mi (16.3 km)
- Marble Mountain Trail San Isabel National Forest · Hard · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Medano Lake Trail Great Sand Dunes National Preserve · Hard · 7 mi (11.2 km)
- Hudson Ditch Road San Isabel National Forest · Easy · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- South Colony Road San Isabel National Forest · Moderate · 7 mi (11.2 km)
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