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Trail Creek #872
The Trail Creek Trail #872 begins at Forest Service Road #713, Crystal Creek Road, and ends at an intersection with the Curecanti Trail #870. Shortly after leaving the parking spot on Forest Road #713, the trail heads east and begins its decent into the Curecanti Creek Canyon. It passes through conifer and aspen forests as well as open grassy parks, as it descends into Curecanti Creek. Soon after crossing the creek it intersects the Curecanti Trail #870.
At a Glance
| Open Season: | June |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| Busiest Season: | Fall Hunting |
| Restrictions: | Open to hiking, horseback riding, and mountain bikes. |
| Closest Towns: | Crawford, CO |
General Information
Directions:From Crawford: Travel south on Highway 92 for approximately 12 miles to Forest Service Road #713, Crystal Creek Road. Turn east onto FSR #713 and continue for approximately 12.2 miles to the trail access on the east side of the road across from the South Dyer Trail #714.
Parking:
T. 50 N.; R. 90 W.; Section 3. U.S.G.S. Map: X Lazy F Ranch. Elevation: 10,764 feet. Latitude: N38.622, Longitude: W-107.398.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Day Hiking
Backpacking
Horse Riding
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