Stewart Creek #470
The Stewart Creek Trail #470 begins at the Stewart Creek Trailhead, traveling south through the northeast portion of La Garita Wilderness, and ending at Skyline Trail #465 within the Wilderness. The Skyline trail is part of the Continental Divide National Secnic Trail and the Colorado Trail. On the Forest Service map, approximately the last mile is numbered as Forest Trail #465.5A which takes you down the south side of San Luis Peak to intersect with the Skyline Trail. This trail is in the La Garita Wilderness for its entire length, so Wilderness Regulations do apply. It parallels Stewart Creek for several miles where it passes picturesque beaver ponds. The trail is well used and easy to follow and the gain in altitude is gradual. Around the tree line the trail will head southwest to a saddle between San Luis Peak and Organ Mountain. Continue west to the summit ridge and follow the ridge another half mile to the summit.
At a Glance
Open Season: | June |
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Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
Best Season: | Summer |
Restrictions: | Open to Hiking and Horseback. |
Closest Towns: | Lake City, CO |
Information Center: | Gunnison Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:Stewart Creek Trailhead:
From Gunnison, travel east on Highway 50 for approximately 7.5 miles to its intersection with Highway 114. Turn south and follow Hwy 114 for approximately 20 miles to County Road NN14. Turn right and follow NN14 for approximately 7 miles, just past the Dome Lakes. Turn right onto County Road 15GG, this will become FSR #794 at the forest boundary. Continue for approximately 21 more miles, following the signs to the trailhead.
Parking:
Stewart Creek Trailhead: T. 44N., R. 1E., Section 35. U.S.G.S. Map: Elk Park. Elevation: 10,503 feet.