Needle Creek Road
0.5 mi
Distance
10m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
Needle Creek Road is a point-to-point trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Saguache County, Colorado. It is 0.5 miles long. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Pitkin, Colorado, about 18 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 | 2,702 ft |
| High point | 0.3 mi | 2,704 ft |
| End | 0.5 mi | 2,700 ft |
Trail Details
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
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Pitkin, CO · about 18 mi away
- County:
- Saguache County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Dispersed Site near 38.3553, -106.5539
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Needle Creek Ranch
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