Cub Creek Trail
2.4 mi
Distance
545 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 4m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cub Creek Trail is a point-to-point trail in Arapaho National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Clear Creek County, Colorado. It is 2.4 miles long and gains 545 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Upper Bear Creek, Colorado, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,304 ft |
| High point | 1.2 mi | 3,461 ft |
| End | 2.4 mi | 3,258 ft |
Trail Details
- Dogs on leash
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), 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:
- Upper Bear Creek, CO · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Clear Creek County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Arapaho National Forest · United States Forest Service
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