Crooked Creek Pass Loop

From Yeoman Park, travel southeast on Hat Creek Road (416) and at the "Y" (junction of Roads 416 and 436), veer to the left (416). Follow this road to the apex of the loop at 11,120 feet, then descend the 5 miles to Crooked Creek Pass. At the pass, turn right, toward Eagle, on Road 400 (Eagle-Thomasville Road) and travel 5.4 miles down to Sylvan Lake. Remain on this road for another 4.6 miles until reaching the East Brush Creek turn off to Yeoman Park; turn right (Road 415). This road entails a gradual 6 mile climb back to Yeoman Park Campground.

The first 7.5 miles of the loop are predominantly uphill, but it is interspersed with some flat and downhill stretches that take the edge off the climb. The next 15 miles are downhill with the exception of a very short uphill climb just above Sylvan Lake. Use caution during the descent, particularly on blind curves, as the road receives relatively heavy vehicle traffic. During the 6 mile climb back to Yeoman Park, the rider follows East Brush Creek, past aspen groves, meadows and historic log cabins.

Attractions and Considerations:

Restroom facilities and drinking water are available at Yeoman Park and Sylvan Lake. Carry a sufficient water supply with you. Be prepared for quickly changing weather conditions. A wind breaker and/or rain gear is recommended. It is best to start this loop in the early morning to take advantage

Cautions:

Avoid herding cattle. If necessary, walk your bike past herds, allowing them to move from the trail.

Use of a helmet and eye protection is highly recommended.

Directions from Eagle: To begin the loop at Yeoman Park, go southeast on Brush Creek Road 10 miles to the junction of roads 400 and 415. Turn left and follow East Brush Creek Road (#415) 6 miles to Yeoman Park. The loop could also be started at the junction of East and West Brush Creek (Roads 400 and 415).

Directions from Vail: Travel west on I-70 to Eagle (exit #147). Turn left and drive into Eagle. Turn left on Capitol Street and follow to Brush Creek Road. To begin the loop at Yeoman Park, go southeast on Brush Creek Road 10 miles to the junction of roads 400 and 415. Turn left and follow East Brush Creek Road (#415) 6 miles to Yeoman Park. The loop could also be started at the junction of East and West Brush Creek (Roads 400 and 415).

Directions from Beaver Creek: Travel west on I-70 to Eagle (exit #147). Turn left and drive into Eagle. Turn left on Capitol Street and follow to Brush Creek Road. To begin the loop at Yeoman Park, go southeast on Brush Creek Road 10 miles to the junction of roads 400 and 415. Turn left and follow East Brush Creek Road (#415) 6 miles to Yeoman Park. The loop could also be started at the junction of East and West Brush Creek (Roads 400 and 415).

Eagle-Thomasville Road (ET Road) - This scenic dirt road travels from the town of Eagle, over Crooked Creek Pass, down to Thomasville, near Ruedi Reservoir.

Fulford Cave Campground - This small campground is located south of Eagle up East Brush Creek at an elevation of 9,400 feet.

Fulford Trail Loop Mountain Bike Trail - The Fulford Trail Loop is located south of Eagle, near Yeoman Park. It consists of 5.7 miles of gradual climbing on dirt road and 3.6 miles of descent on a jeep road, the Old Fulford Trail.

Newcomer Loop Mountain Bike Trail - This relatively short and easy loop is located south of Eagle, near Yeoman Park. It utilizes mostly gravel road, with a one mile portion of downhill jeep track.

Yeoman Park Campground - This scenic campground with 23 sites sits along East Brush Creek south of Eagle, at an elevation of 9,000 feet.

Yeoman Park to Fulford Cave Campground Mountain Bi - This relatively short and easy ride follows a dirt road from Yeoman Park Campground to Fulford Cave Campground.