Beaver Meadows (#44)
Begin at the Camp Rock Trailhead this trail is 3.5 miles one way. Within a mile of the trailhead, a scenic meadow takes form with beaver ponds dotting the area. Climbing slowly, the trail darts into the trees before coming upon another meadow where the Resthouse Meadows Fire burned in 1964.
General Information
Note: Mount Evans State Wildlife Area is open from June 15 to December 31. Closed to vehicle access and all activities except hunting after Labor Day.
View a COTREX map here.
A mandatory free self-issuing permit is required for the Mount Evans Wilderness. Free permits are available at each trailhead or entry point into the wilderness.
Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.
No motorized equipment or mechanized transportation.
Camps, campfires and stock, where allowed, at least 100 feet from water and trails.
Group size limited to 15 people and/or 10 pack/stock animals per party.
Processed weed-free feed is required for stock.
As of July 1, 2020, a valid state hunting or fishing license from Colorado Parks & Wildlife is required to enter Mount Evans State Wildlife Area. A Habitat Stamp is no longer required to enter Mount Evans State Wildlife Area.
Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.
Getting There
Elevation
9,038 feet - 10,451 feet
Directions
From Denver, take I-70 west to Evergreen Parkway exit, go 6 miles south on CO 74 to Evergreen Lake, turn right on Upper Bear Creek Rd., 6.5 miles to County Road 480, go 3 miles right on County Road 480. Continue on road 195 to Camp Rock Trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
Certified weed-free hay is required.
