Are dogs allowed on Middle Fork Cimarron River?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Middle Fork Cimarron River but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Middle Fork Cimarron River?

No, Middle Fork Cimarron River does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Middle Fork Cimarron River?

Middle Fork Cimarron River is rated difficult. It is 9.9 miles long with 2,740 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultOut and Back

Uncompahgre National Forest/Colorado

Middle Fork Cimarron River

Lake City, Colorado

9.9 mi

Distance

2,740 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 27m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Middle Fork Cimarron River is a 10.3-mile-long (16.6 km) tributary of the Cimarron River in Colorado. The river's source is east of Coxcomb Peak in the Uncompahgre Wilderness of Hinsdale County. It joins the East Fork Cimarron River in Gunnison County to form the Cimarron River, and is impounded by Silver Jack Dam.

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Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:3,069 ft

Max:3,758 ft

835 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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Middle Fork Cimarron River

About This Trail

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West Fork to Courthouse Mountain

Wetterhorn Basin via West Fork Trail

Alpine Trail to Big Blue Campground

Uncompahgre Peak Trail 239

Falls Creek to Overlook

Uncompahgre Peak via Nellie Creek Road

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Bear Creek Trail

Blue Lakes Trail

Jud Wiebe Memorial Trail

Hope Lake Trail

Imogene Pass

Upper Box Canyon Falls

Campgrounds near this trail

Owl Creek Pass

Jackson Guard Station

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Silver Jack Campground

Beaver Lake Campground - Ouray RD

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