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San Juan Mountains Colorado - Hiking

There are hundreds of trails in the San Juans, ranging in difficulty from short lake loops, to dangerous ascents to some of the nation's highest peaks. In the extreme high altitude, night temperatures can drop below freezing even in summer, and conditions may be dangerous. Contacting National Forest officials or local wilderness groups before your trip is advised.



Alpine Gulch Trail Intermediate
 12 mile roundtrip 7 to 9 hours
Alpine Gulch trail is a strenuous hike that offers many scenic views.
American Basin Trail Intermediate
 6.4 mile roundtrip 4 to 5 hours
American Basin Trail lead to scenic Sloan Lake, home of the threatened Colorado cutthroat trout, and up to the 14,000 foot Handies Peak.
Anderson Trail 16 mile roundtrip 1 day
Burnt Timber Trail Difficult
 14 mile roundtrip 8 to 9 hours
The alpine meadows are full of blooming wildflowers in late July and in August.
Cascade Creek Trail Difficult
 12 mile roundtrip 7 hours
There are several beautiful views and waterfalls.
Cataract Gulch Trail Intermediate
 16.4 mile roundtrip 9 to 10 hours
Cataract Gulch Trail offers a popular, scenic hike along Cataract Gulch with several small waterfalls along the way.
Cave Basin Trail Intermediate
 9 mile roundtrip 5 hours
The view from the end of the trail at the overlook looks down onto Dollar Lake, and far below to Emerald Lake at 10,000' elevation.
Cimarrona Trail 16 mile roundtrip 8 to 9 hours
Clear Creek Trail Difficult
 12 mile roundtrip 6 to 7 hours
Good fishing for cutthroat and rainbow.
Coal Creek Trail (#581) 20 mile roundtrip 10 to 11 hours
This trail crosses the shoulder of a mountain and both ascent and descent are very steep.
Coal Creek Trail (#677) Difficult
 6 mile roundtrip 3 to 4 hours
The Coal Creek Trail climbs up through fairly steep terrain, passing through a predominantly coniferous forest.
Columbine District Piedra River Trail Intermediate
 8 mile roundtrip 4 hours
This area is part of the prime fly-fishing section of the Piedra River.
Cooper Creek Trail Intermediate
 8.2 mile roundtrip 4 to 5 hours
Cooper Creek Trail leads to scenic Cooper Lake in a quiet glacial valley.
Cottonwood Creek Trail Intermediate
Pass through aspen and spruce stands with frequent views of the surrounding cliffs.
Crater Lake Trail Difficult
 11 mile roundtrip 5 to 6 hours
The Crater Lake Trail is an excellent long day hike or an overnight trip.
Cuba Gulch Trail Intermediate
 6.5 mile roundtrip 3 to 4 hours
Spectacular views of narrow canyons and waterfalls.
Devils Creek Trail Intermediate
 13.6 mile roundtrip 7 to 9 hours
Beautiful views of the Lake Fork Valley are visible from many points along this trail. The trail follows the Devil's Creek drainage and ends atop Cannibal Plateau at Devil's Lake.
Dutch Creek Trail Difficult
 19.4 mile roundtrip 10 to 11 hours
Dutch Creek Trail tops out in open meadows with wide-ranging views to both the east and west.
East Fork Trail Intermediate
 11.1 mile roundtrip 6 to 7 hours
This trail follows the East Fork of Powderhorn Creek and fishing can be good all along the trail.
Elbert Creek Trail Difficult
 19.8 mile roundtrip 10 to 11 hours
Elbert Creek Trail climbs steadily uphill on an east-facing slope inhabited by aspens.
Elk Creek Trail Difficult
 17.8 mile roundtrip 10 to 11 hours
Elk Creek Trail provides the unique opportunity to combine a wilderness trip with a ride on a steam locomotive.
Endlich Mesa Trail North from Miller Mtn. Difficult
 24 mile roundtrip 2 days
The Endlich Mesa Trail, also known on some maps as the Silver Mesa Trail, passes several old mines en route to Columbine Pass.
Endlich Mesa Trail To Crystal Valley City Reservoir Difficult
 12 mile roundtrip 6 to 8 hours
The alpine meadows are full of blooming wildflowers in late July and in August. This area provides excellent views and photographic possibilities.
Fish Lake Trail 20 mile roundtrip 11 to 12 hours
Fourmile Trail 16 mile roundtrip 8 to 9 hours

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