STATE:

ACTIVITY:

Bears Ears Ranger District

Market Place

Consider this...

Check it out...

Quick Facts

Fish Creek Falls Trailhead

Beginning Elevation:	7,440 Feet (2319.2 Meters) at Fish Creek Falls Parking Area
Elevation:	7,440 Feet (2319.2 Meters)
Elevation Gain:	2,560 Feet (798.0 Meters)
Ending Elevation:	10,000 Feet (3117.2 Meters) at Trail #1101
Handicapped Accessible:	Yes from Fish Creek Falls parking, to the falls
Length of Stay:	1 Days
Length, One-way:	7.6 Miles (12.67 Kilometers)
Other Maps:	Routt National Forest Map
Reservation Contact:	Local
Reservation Remarks:	Main parking lot - Day Use Facility; Overnight parking in lower lot - 14 day limit.
Reservation Status:	Not Accepted
TI Topo Maps:	#118, Steamboat Springs, Rabbit Ears Pass
Trail Number:	1,102
USGS Maps:	Steamboat Springs; Mt Werner

General Description

Fish Creek Falls is one of the attractions of the Steamboat Springs area. Its close proximity to town and the spectacular falls attract large numbers of visitors. A picnic ground and interpretive signing add to the attraction. The trail to the falls viewing areas is handicapped accessible.

TRAILHEAD FACILITIES:
The Fish Creek Falls Parking Area offers handicapped accessible parking, and accessible trail to a falls viewing area. Trash removal, a toilet and potable water are available at the adjacent picnic ground.

Directions from Steamboat Springs: Go 3 miles east of Steamboat Springs to the end of Forest Road #320 (follow signs).

Seasonal Information:
Normally Accessible: Year-round (NOTE: The trailhead is accessible year round.) .

		Current Conditions & Trip Reports
		Add your own trip Report! Newly re-released feature. One of the most popular features on Wildernet, trip reports allow you to share your experiences with others. This is an invaluable resource for determining what to expect on your outdoor adventure, so please participate! To prevent spamming, you must be a registered user of Wildernet in order to submit a trip report Number of People Encountered: 11-25 ppl Recommend to a Friend: Highly Report: Beautiful and powerful falls. May not be the tallest waterfall in CO, but definitely the most spectacular. Bridal Veil in Telluride compares, but not as swift and big.

Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Trailhead Parking	Fish Creek Falls Trailhead	Yes
	Cross-country Skiing		Yes
	Cold Water Fishing	Streams, lakes along trail system.	No
	Hiking & Walking	Fish Creek National Recreation Trail, Fish Creek Falls Overlook Trail.	Yes
	Viewing Interpretive Signs	Fish Creek Falls viewing area	Yes
	Picnicking	Fish Creek Falls Picnic Ground parking shares trailhead parking facility.	Yes
	Snowshoeing		Yes
	Attending Talks & Programs	Interpretive walks and talks	Yes
	Viewing Scenery	Fish Creek Falls	Yes

Nearby Services

Nearest Pay Phone: various (Private - Profit) Directions: 3 miles west to Steamboat Springs

Groceries: various (Private - Profit) Directions: 3 miles west to Steamboat Springs

Nearest Hospital: Routt Memorial Hospital (Private - Other) Directions: 3 miles west to Steamboat Springs

Gas Station: various (Private - Profit) Directions: 3 miles west to Steamboat Springs

Emergency: VARIOUS (County) Directions: 3 miles west to Steamboat Springs

More Information

Visitor Information:

Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District, 925 Weiss Drive , Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, Phone: 970-879-1870, Fax: 970-879-2147

Advertisers & Sponsors | Owners & Operators | Tourism Promotors