| Facilities: There are no facilities found along Goose Creek Trail. Facilities can be found in Creede. Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to hike Goose Creek Trail. Best Time To Visit: Goose Creek Trail is typically open late June through late September. River crossings can be difficult to negotiate in the spring. Fees: There are no fees to hike this trail. Accessibility: This area is not handicap accessible. Rules: Users of Goose Creek Drainage should be aware that public access to Lake Humphrey and Lower Goose Creek Area is prohibited by private landowners. There are a variety of rules to consider when visiting a National Forest. Please contact the local Forest Ranger for more specific information.Directions: To get to Goose Creek Trail from: Pagosa Springs: Travel on US-160, turn left onto US-149. Drive on Highway 149 to the intersection of Highway 149 and Forest Development Road 523, which is Middle Creek Road. Follow the road signs giving directions and distances to the North Lime Creek Trailhead. The trailhead is approximately 12.5 miles from the Highway 149 turnoff. From the trailhead, proceed easterly on the Roaring Fork Trail (Forest Trail 807) for approximately 2 1/2 miles. The junction between Goose Creek Trail (Forest Trail 827) and Roaring Fork Trail is signed.Ouray: Drive south on US-550, turn left onto US-160. Turn left onto US-149, Drive on Highway 149 to the intersection of Highway 149 and Forest Development Road 523, which is Middle Creek Road. Follow the road signs giving directions and distances to the North Lime Creek Trailhead. The trailhead is approximately 12.5 miles from the Highway 149 turnoff. From the trailhead, proceed easterly on the Roaring Fork Trail (Forest Trail 807) for approximately 2 1/2 miles. The junction between Goose Creek Trail (Forest Trail 827) and Roaring Fork Trail is signed. | |
