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Snowshoeing: Colorado > Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests > Canyon Lakes Ranger District

Quick Facts

Trap Creek Cross-country Ski Trail

Beginning Elevation: 9,300 Feet (2835 Meters) at Hwy. 14
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Gain: 1,300 Feet (396 Meters)
Ending Elevation: 10,600 Feet (3231 Meters)
Length: 5.5 Miles (8.9 Kilometers)
Usage: Light




General Description

This Trail begins just east of Joe Wright Reservoir and Cameron Pass. From Hwy. 14, follow the Long Draw Ski Trail and Road (see Long Draw Ski Trail description) 3 miles until it intersects with the Trap Creek Trail. The trial switch backs up a steep slope and then travels a gentle grade through Trap park. The trail continues to the Neota Wilderness boundary. There are opportunities for telemark skiing in clear cut areas along the slopes of the park.

Directions from Fort Collins: Travel about 62 miles west on Highway 14 to the Long Draw Road turnoff, about 2 miles east of Joe Wright Reservoir. Park at the Long Draw Road parking area.

Seasonal Information:
Normally Accessible: Winter through Spring (NOTE: Seasons vary depending on snow conditions.) .



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Recreation Opportunities
Activity Remarks On Site
ICON Cross-country Skiing
Yes
ICON Snowshoeing



More Information

Visitor Information:

Estes Park Chamber Resort Association, 500 Big Thompson Ave. , Estes Park, CO, 80517, Phone: 800-44-ESTES, Fax: 970-586-6336, www.rockymtntrav.com/estes






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