Mad Creek Spur Road
Arapaho National Forest, Clear Creek County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Arapaho National Forest, Clear Creek County, CO. Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 2.8 mi (4.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,421 ft (433 m)
- Est. Time
- 25 min
- High point
- 10,108 ft (3,081 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Mad Creek Spur Road
How long is Mad Creek Spur Road?
Mad Creek Spur Road is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) long. Most people take about 25 min. It climbs 1,421 ft (433 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,108 ft (3,081 m).
How hard is Mad Creek Spur Road?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mad Creek Spur Road?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Mad Creek Spur Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Mad Creek Spur Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (88% under trees).
What can you do on Mad Creek Spur Road?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV).
Where can you eat near Mad Creek Spur Road?
Lady Donut House, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Empire Food Mart, 1.3 mi (2 km).
Is this a good week for Mad Creek Spur Road?
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 Mad Creek Spur Road
- Lincoln Mountain Trail Road Arapaho National Forest · Moderate · 8.7 mi (14 km)
- Lincoln Mountain West Road Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Mad Creek Spur Road Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Frontage Road Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Democrat Mountain Road Arapaho National Forest · Moderate · 8 mi (12.8 km)
- Mad Creek Road Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 4.6 mi (7.4 km)
- North Empire Road Clear Creek County · Hard · 5.3 mi (8.5 km)
- Empire Summer Home Road A Arapaho National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
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