Scotch Creek Road
San Juan National Forest, Dolores County, CO
Out-and-back trail in San Juan National Forest, Dolores County, CO. Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 12.6 mi (20.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,900 ft (579 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 20 min
- High point
- 10,430 ft (3,179 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Scotch Creek Road
How long is Scotch Creek Road?
Scotch Creek Road is 12.6 mi (20.2 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 20 min. It climbs 1,900 ft (579 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,430 ft (3,179 m).
How hard is Scotch Creek Road?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Scotch Creek Road shaded?
Partly shaded (63% under trees).
What can you do on Scotch Creek Road?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV). Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Scotch Creek 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.
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- old railroad grade San Juan National Forest · Hard · 6.9 mi (11 km)
- Lower Ryman Trail San Juan National Forest · Expert · 15 mi (24.2 km)
- Salt Creek Trail San Juan National Forest · Hard · 8.5 mi (13.7 km)
- Burnett Road San Juan National Forest · Easy · 5.5 mi (8.8 km)
- RGS Winter Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
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