Independence Creek
3.2 mi
Distance
269 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 13m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Independence Creek is a point-to-point trail in Routt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Routt County, Colorado. It is 3.2 miles long and gains 269 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Encampment, Wyoming, about 24 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 | 2,713 ft |
| End | 3.2 mi | 2,466 ft |
Trail Details
- 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:
- Encampment, WY · about 24 mi away
- County:
- Routt County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Routt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
USFSR 550 - Dispersed Camping
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Dispersed Site near 40.9108, -106.9029
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