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| Rich Creek Trail |
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Handicapped Accessible:
no
Length, One-way:
6 Miles
USGS Maps:
South Peak and Jones Hill
Recommended Season:
Summer
High Point:
11,520 Feet
Elevation Gain:
1,320 Feet
Beginning Elevation:
9,900 Feet
Elevation:
10,000 Feet
Difficulty:
Moderate
Trail Number:
616
Ending Elevation:
11,100 Feet
Reservation:
No
Season:
Late May - Mid-October
From Weston Pass Campground, Walk south from the campground on Ridgeview Trail, 656. After walking approximately .75 miles the trail will fork. Take the right fork, which will lead you to Rich Creek Trail.
Location Information
Rich Creek Trailhead provides access to the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness. Mechanized and motorized vehicles are not permitted within wilderness boundaries. This is a great starting and/or ending point for a backpacking trip. Access to several routes including Rough and Tumbling Creek, Rich Creek and Fourmile Creek Trails make loop hikes possible. Water is available at the Weston Pass Campground and places in the backcountry. Check with the South Park Ranger District to verify water sources and trail conditions. Rough & Tumbling and Rich Creeks within the wilderness area offer fishing. In general, the terrain around Buffalo Peaks is moderately difficult. Cross-country travel is relatively easy, including bagging the peaks.
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