Onahu Creek
Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 5.6 mi (9.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 932 ft (284 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 15 min
- High point
- 9,629 ft (2,935 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Onahu Creek 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Campsite: Onahu Creek 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Campsite: Onahu Creek 3.8 mi (6 km) from start
- Campsite: Upper Onahu 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Onahu Bridge 5.6 mi (9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Onahu Creek
How long is Onahu Creek?
Onahu Creek is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 15 min. It climbs 932 ft (284 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,629 ft (2,935 m).
How hard is Onahu Creek?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Onahu Creek?
Parking at the start, 20 spaces.
Are there water and toilets on Onahu Creek?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Onahu Creek shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Onahu Creek?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Onahu Creek?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Onahu Creek?
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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