Willis Gulch Trail
3.8 mi
Distance
33 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Willis Gulch Trail is a point-to-point trail in San Isabel National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Chaffee County, Colorado. It is 3.8 miles long and gains 33 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Twin Lakes, Colorado, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,802 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 3,816 ft |
| End | 3.8 mi | 2,833 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Twin Lakes, CO · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Chaffee County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- San Isabel National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Campgrounds near this trail

Crescent Mining Camp
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Winfield Camping Area
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