Red Lakes
1.3 mi
Distance
404 ft
Elev. Gain
38m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Red Lakes is a point-to-point trail in Mineral County, Colorado. It is 1.3 miles long and gains 404 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 15 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 | 3,439 ft |
| End | 1.3 mi | 3,564 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed May 1–Oct 31
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
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- City of Creede, CO · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Mineral County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Texas Creek Summer Home Group Trailhead
4.6 mi awayRio Grande National Forest
Pagosa Springs, CO
River Hill
5.1 mi awayRio Grande National Forest
Creede, CO
Check official pricing18 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed Major Issues
Rio Grande National Forest River Hill Campground
5.2 mi awayCreede, CO
National Forest Reservable
Crooked Creek
6.1 mi awayLake City, CO
Pricing varies — check with the operator
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