Meridian Trailhead
This Meridian Trail (#604) leads north as it rises out of the Elk Creek drainage, then begins to bear in a northeasterly direction. This portion of the trail passes through several aspen groves and offers some interesting vistas looking east and south.
General Information
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
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.52161758
Longitude: -105.53675423
Elevation
10,720'
Directions
Drive west from Denver on US 285 approximately 28 miles to the traffic light before the top of Crow Hill. Turn right (northwest) on to Park County Route 43 and drive in a northwesterly direction for 6.8 miles to a "Y" in the road. Bear right, continue approx. 1.5 miles to Park County Route 65/NFSR 102. The trailhead is approximately 1 mile north on NFSR 102.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
