Upper East Fork #142

The Upper East Fork Trail #142 begins approximately 1 mile up the Matterhorn Trail. This trail provides a short side trip off the Matterhorn Trail with spectacular views of the northern extremity of Wetterhorn Peak and the northern face of Matterhorn Peak. It lays within the Uncompahgre Wilderness where Wilderness Regulations apply.

General Information

July

Open to Hiking and Horseback.

Getting There

Elevation

12,097

Directions

Matterhorn Creek Trailhead:

From Lake City, travel approximately 10 miles on the Henson Creek Road, which is part of the Alpine Loop Scenic Byway, to Capitol City. Turn right onto North Henson Road, Forest Service Road 870, and continue for approximately 1.8 miles. At this junction there is a sign indicating the Matterhorn Creek Trailhead is ahead. High clearance 4WD vehicles are recommended for the last 0.7 miles to the Matterhorn Creek Trailhead. Follow the Ridge Stock Driveway Trail #233 for approximately 2.4 miles, then follow the Matterhorn Trail #135 for approximately 1 mile to the intersection with the Upper East Fork Trail.