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Ute Creek Trail No. 629

From the parking area, the trail crosses a footbridge over Tarryall Creek and begins the climb to Bison Pass. The begins climbing at a moderate grade, but increases to a continuous steep grade before reaching Bison Pass. On a warm summer day, take extra water with you due to the steep grade. On the trail, water is not readily available, so bring plenty along.



 The Basics


Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 4 miles
Elevation: 8750 to 11200 feet
Trailhead Elevation: 8750 feet
Elevation Change: 2450 foot gain
Time to Allow: 4 - 5 hours
Season: Spring to Fall
Managed By: South Park Ranger District
Pike & San Isabel National Forests Cimarron & Comanche National Grasslands
PO Box 219
Fairplay, CO  80440
Phone: 719-836-2031


 Some More Things to Know

The Ute Creek Trail provides access for climbing Bison Peak and McCurdy Mountain, as well as to several extended loops into the Lost Creek Wilderness, and provides a short route to some of the high country vistas found along the ridge between Bison Peak and McCurdy Park. Because the trail is almost entirely in designated wilderness, Wilderness regulations apply.






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