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Deep Creek Observation Site
The Deep Creek Overlook Trail is 200 yards long. It starts off Coffee Pot Road #600 and ends at the Deep Creek Overlook site which provides incredible views of Deep Creek Canyon, 2300 feet below.
The trail to the west of the parking lot is designed to be accessible. There is a slight downhill grade and the surface is packed small gravel. The trail ends at an overlook of the western part of Deep Creek Canyon.
* There is a printable Recreation Quicksheet for this trail which is complete with directions, a map, details, and other information about this trail.
View and print Recreation Quicksheets by district.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
|---|---|
| Closest Towns: | Dotsero, CO |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District, (970) 827-5715 |
General Information
Directions:From Eagle, CO travel 13 miles west on I-70 to the Dotsero exit and follow the signs for Sweetwater/Burns by turning north, right, onto the Colorado River Rd. Stay on this road for 1 3/4 miles and then turn left onto Coffee Pot Springs Rd., FDR 600.Follow this road for 15 miles until you see the sign for the Deep Creek Overlook and make a right. The trails are at the end of this 1/4 mile road.
General Notes:
Obervation site:
Activities
Viewing Scenery
Interpretive Areas
Picnicking
Scenic Driving
| Vehicle Clearence | any but the lowest of passenger cars can drive this dirt road |
Location