Machin Basin
6.4 mi
Distance
13 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 9m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Machin Basin is a point-to-point trail in Saguache County, Colorado. It is 6.4 miles long and gains 13 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Creede, Colorado, about 9 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 | 3,983 ft |
| End | 6.4 mi | 3,160 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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:
- City of Creede, CO · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Saguache County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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