Brookside-McCurdy Trailhead
The Brookside-McCurdy Trail is an arterial route from south to north or vice versa through the Lost Creek Wilderness Area. It leads hikers through high elevation meadows, low grassy valleys, unusual granite rock formations and varied forests all adding variety to the experience. The trail connects with seven other trails in Lost Creek: Colorado (segment 4), Craig Park, Hankins Pass, Lake Park, Lizard Rock, Ute Creek and Wigwam. With a little planning, these trails can be combined with Brookside-McCurdy to form your own loop.
General Information
Open year round; however, weather may make access difficult.
This trail travels through Wilderness Areas, use of mechanized equipment is prohibited. Dogs are required to be on leash or under voice command at all times while in a wilderness area.
There is a mandatory, self-issued permit system in the Mount Evans Wilderness and Lost Creek Wilderness areas. There are no fees associated with the permit, though users are required to complete one.
As you enter the wilderness, fill out the provided permit and deposit the stub in the slot in the lower front of the register box. Keep the permit in your possession and follow the wilderness regulations found on the back.
Getting There
Elevation
11,840'
Directions
1. From County Road 77, access the southern end of the trail at Twin Eagles Campground.
2. Follow County Road 56 south from US Highway 285 to the Lost Creek Campground where the trail can be accessed going north or south.
3. In the South Platte Ranger District the trail can be accessed from County Road 64 south of US HIghway 285 between Shawnee and Bailey.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restroom information is not available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
