Basics
- Location:
- 55 miles northwest of Vail, Colorado
- Setting:
- Mountainous
- Length:
- 6 mile roundtrip
- Time:
- 3 to 4 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 8000 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 2000 feet
- Season:
- April - October
Description
Winter Ridge Trail climbs from the ridge to above Blue Hill to Castle Peak through mountain brush and spruce-fir-aspen forested land. The scenery is outstanding, with broad panoramas. Fishing is available in mountain streams, and wildlife watching is great.
Tour Companies
Vista Verde Guest Ranch - Hiking
- Near Steamboat Springs
- Hiking
- 970-879-3858
At Vista Verde Ranch, hiking is one of the many activities you can try during your all-inclusive Colorado ranch vacation. Our guides offer a customized outdoor experience whether you want to rock climb, mountain bike, fly fish or horseback ride.Helpful Links
Tour Companies
Vista Verde Guest Ranch - Hiking
- Near Steamboat Springs
- Hiking
- 970-879-3858
Details
Location:
55 miles northwest of Vail, Colorado
Setting:
Mountainous
Length:
6 mile roundtrip
Time:
3 to 4 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
8000
Elevation Change:
2000
Season:
April - October
Useful Map(s):
USGS 1: 24,000 quads: Blue Hill, Castle Peak
Camping Info
Camping permitted
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From I-70 at Wolcott drive north on the Colorado Highway 131 to the Colorado River Road (Eagle county 301) about two miles west of McCoy. Drive about 8 miles west on the River Road to Blue Hill Junction and then south about 2 miles to trail head. The trail connects to other trails in the Castle Peak Wilderness Study Area. Use limited to hiking and horseback riding; motorized vehicles are prohibited.
