Deep Creek Trail - Telluride, CO

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Deep Creek Trail


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Deep Creek Trail leads northwest from Telluride into the Mount Sneffels Wilderness. It crosses several streams, with no developed bridges, and then reaches Deep Creek following it a few miles north. There are some steep areas on each end of the trail.

The trail is located almost entirely in aspen timber with a few scattered spruce and fir stands. The lower elevations and southern exposure of the trail allow for earlier use than most trails in the area. There are some overlooks that provide panoramic views of the ski area and the San Juan Mountains to the south. Some waterfalls exist along the east end of the trail in Mill Creek. This trail is also open to horses and bikes.

This trail has been rated as easy with light to moderate usage. This 6.5-mile trail begins at 9,200 feet and climbs 1,500 feet in elevation.

Facilities: There are no facilities available at Deep Creek Trail.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to use Deep Creek Trail.

Best Time To Visit: Deep Creek Trail is open all year-round, peak season is spring.

Fees: A parking fee may be charged.

Accessibility: This area is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Unknown

Directions: To get to Deep Creek Trail from Telluride: Eastern Access: Drive west on Highway 145 one mile to Forest Road 637 (Mill Creek Road). Turn right on to Mill Creek Road and follow it approximately one and a half miles to the Telluride Town reservoir. There is plenty of parking room near the reservoir. This is the eastern end of the trail.

Directions from Telluride: Western Access: Drive west on Highway 145 1.75 miles to Forest Road 638 (Last Dollar Road). Turn right on to Last Dollar Road and follow the road for about three miles to Sheep Creek. The trail is on the north side of the creek and is signed.

Attractions Near
Deep Creek Trail

Mt Sneffels Wilderness
The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests

Address

Norwood Ranger District

P.O. Box 388

Norwood, Colorado 81423

Phone
General: (970) 327-4261

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