East Creek
4.6 mi
Distance
1,686 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 23m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
East Creek is a point-to-point trail in Archuleta County, Colorado. It is 4.6 miles long and gains 1,686 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Bayfield, Colorado, about 14 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 | 2,647 ft |
| End | 4.7 mi | 3,142 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Oct 15
Bike and horse 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Bayfield, CO · about 14 mi away
- County:
- Archuleta County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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