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Recreation Region: Snowy Range Area

Six Mile Trailhead

The Six Mile Trailhead is located at the Six Mile Gap Campground, approximately 2 miles off  Highway 230 and provides access to the North Platte River and Platte River Wilderness. A set of portage steps are near the trailhead for accessing the river. This is a good location for rafting, hiking and fishing.

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General Information

May - October weather permitting.

$5 vehicle per day

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 41.0445

Longitude: -106.3969

Directions

From Encampment drive south on Hwy 230 approximately 22 miles to Forest Road 492.  Turn onto Forest Road 492 and continue for 2 miles to the campground and trailhead parking area.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated May 12th, 2025