Bear Creek - South Fork #242
The Bear Creek-South Fork Trail #242 begins at its intersection the Bear Creek Trail #241 at the Yellow Jacket Mine and it ends at Engineer Pass on BLM. Follow the trail south and the sign indicating Engineer Pass. The trail rises gently as it enters the timber. A jeep road can be seen far off in the distance at the Pass. The trail continues along Bear Creek through open tundra to a small rise where the trail is easily visible as it becomes a steady gradual climb, crossing the Uncompahgre National Forest boundary onto BLM for another 0.4 miles to Engineer Pass. Trail Map.
General Information
Getting There
Elevation
12,832 feet
Directions
From Ouray travel south on Highway 550 for two miles. The trailhead parking is on the east side of the highway immediately south of the tunnel. Follow the Bear Creek National Recreation Trail #241 for approximately 3.5 miles to the intersection with the Bear Creek-South Fork Trail.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restroom information is not currently available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
