Alder Creek
1.0 mi
Distance
246 ft
Elev. Gain
27m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Alder Creek is a point-to-point trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 1 mile long and gains 246 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Pitkin, Colorado, about 9 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,694 ft |
| End | 0.9 mi | 2,772 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Pitkin, CO · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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