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Eagle Ranger District

Quick Facts

Nellie's Trail

Average Time:

1 Hours

Outfitters and Guides

General Description

This very steep trail, beginning off of the Turret Creek Trail, #1852, and ending on the Johnny Meyers Trail, #2067, is seldom used by hikers, but is popular for horse travelers. The trail first crosses Sweetwater Creek and passes through aspen forests, then it becomes a steep uphill climb through open meadows. The trail eroded easily and has large protruding rocks. At about the 1 mile mark, the trail goes around a small conical hill, commonly known as Nellie's Nipple. The trail then becomes a more gradual climb to the Johnny Meyers Trail.

SPECIAL INTERESTS
SCENIC VIEWS - On the way up the slope, hikers are treated to incredible panoramic views of the Sweetwater Lake, Sweetwater Canyon, Shingle and Turret Peaks and the snowcapped mountain ranges beyond. There are excellent photography opportunities.

Current Conditions & Trip Reports

Updated: 2001-06-26 14:44:00.0

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Horseback Riding	Nellie's Trail is used most commonly by people traveling on horseback.	Yes
	Hunting		Yes

Related Activities

Sweetwater General Forest Area - The Sweetwater General Forest Area includes the Sweetwater Creek drainage, northwest of Eagle and Gypsum. It takes in the southeast end of the Flat Tops Wilderness.

Sweetwater Lake Campground - This campground sits in the bottom of a deep valley at an elevation of 7,740 feet, on the edge of Sweetwater Lake.

Turret Creek Trail - Beginning in the Sweetwater Lake area, this trail provides good access to the Flat Tops Wilderness, and is popular for foot or horseback travel.