Upper Hermosa Creek Trailhead

Upper Hermosa Creek Trailhead

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Upper Hermosa Creek Trailhead

Running

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Mountain biking

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Hiking

5.0

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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San Juan National Forest

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Location: La Plata County, Colorado, United States

Tips

December 15, 2022

Hiking

Hermosa Creek North Trailhead is your gateway into the Hermosa Creek Wilderness and the Special Management Area. Take a hike along Hermosa to the south or follow the West Cross Trail that connects with the long-distance Colorado Trail. Whatever you decide for: The landscape is spectacular.

Caro "LadyOutdoors"

November 21, 2023

Running

Hermosa Creek North Trailhead is your gateway into the Hermosa Creek Wilderness and the Special Management Area. Take a run along Hermosa to the south or follow the West Cross Trail that connects with the long-distance Colorado Trail. Whatever you decide the landscape is spectacular.

Zohar Kankonda-Fiszman

December 8, 2023

Mountain biking

Hermosa Creek Trail runs through the Hermosa Creek Wilderness Area. It includes smooth climbs with beautiful views. The trailhead provides valuable information about the area and the trail itself (though the latter is hard to lose).

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Nearby routes

Best routes near Upper Hermosa Creek Trailhead

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#1.

Hermosa Creek Trail – Durango

38.5km

03:21

550m

1,180m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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#2.

Blackhawk Co. Trail eastern loop

39.7km

04:14

1,260m

Embark on the Blackhawk Co. Trail eastern loop for a difficult mountain biking adventure spanning 24.7 miles (39.7 km). You will conquer a significant 4126 feet (1258 metres) of elevation…

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#3.