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Ute - Sweetwater #2032
The Ute-Sweetwater Trail runs north from Sweetwater Lake to Big Springs along the eastern edge of W Mountain and the Flat Tops Wilderness. The trail climbs steeply out of Sweetwater Lake before entering forest for the remainder of the trip. Like may trails in this area of the Flat Tops, this trail offers access to numerous other trails and round trips of varying lengths are possible.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
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| Closest Towns: | Dotsero |
General Information
Directions: Directions from Eagle: Travel 12 miles west of Eagle on I-70 to Dotsero. Go north on Colorado River Road for 7 miles. Turn left onto the Sweetwater Creek road. Stay on road for 10 miles, and the trailhead will be on the right at the spot where you would turn left to Sweetwater Campground.Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
| Special Designations | The Colorado Division of Wildlife sets fishing regulations. Obtain their Colorado Fishing Regulations handbook for regulations. |
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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Backpacking
Horse Riding
Location