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Recreation Region: Clear Creek Ranger District

Maxwell Falls Upper Trail

One of the easiest trails on the Clear Creek Ranger District, Maxwell Falls is a very enjoyable hike. It follows Maxwell Creek, and the waterfalls are at their best in the spring when the snow runoff is plentiful. 

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#111

General Information

Elevation: 8,400'

Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.

Prohibitions include: 

  • Camping
  • Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or stove fire.
  • Being in the area after sundown or before sunrise. 

Getting There

Directions

South of Evergreen on Highway 73, take Brook Forest Road for three miles. To access the upper trailhead, continue to Black Mountain Road, turn left and drive another one and a quarter mile.

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Last updated September 9, 2025