Pitchpine Trailhead


Primitive trailhead with access to motorized Grizzly-Helena Trail as well as Mount Zirkel Wilderness.

At a Glance

Fees: Free
Permit Info: Current Colorado ATV/OHV/Snowmobile registration required.
Usage: Light
Restrictions: Review wilderness regulations before recreating in the Mount Zirkel Wilderness.
Closest Towns: Walden, Colorado
Water: No
Restroom: No
Information Center: Parks Ranger District
​100 Main Street
Walden, CO 80480
Phone: (970) 723-2700

General Information

Directions: From Walden. Drive west on Hwy 14 approximately 1/4 mile and take County Road 12W heading west. Drive approximately 5 miles and take Count Road 18 heading west for approximately 4 miles. Turn right on County Road 5 heading north. After driving approximately 1/2 mile take County Road 20 on the left heading west for approximately 6 1/2 miles to the Pitch Pine Trailhead. Use caution and know your location to avoid trespass on private mining claims above the trailhead.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Day Hiking

Backpacking

Horse Camping

Horse Riding

Big Game Hunting

OHV Trail Riding

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Latitude : 
40.67991384

  Longitude : 
-106.5833616