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Watkins Creek Trailhead

Watkins Creek Trailhead starts off with Trail #215, it is a trailhead that connects to three trail opportunities including: 

  • Trail #215 to #209 - Coffin Lake - A roundtrip 10 mile out and back hike - Coffin Lake gains 1800 feet elevation beginning in an open meadow and gain elevation to the alpine lake.
  • Trail #215 continues on and connects to the Continental Divide Trail
  • A third choice is #215 to trail #209 which then connects to trail #216, West Fork of Watkins Creek leading to Sheep Lake.  Sheep Lake can also be accessed through Trail #218 off Hwy 87.

Refer to Forest Maps and Motor Vehicle Use Maps for foot and bicycle use in the area. 

Getting There

Elevation

9000

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 3rd, 2025