Recreation Region: Columbine Ranger District

Cascade Creek Trail

Cascade Creek Trail passes by several beautiful views and waterfalls. There are two trails, on either side of the creek. The trail on the east is a stock driveway that is steep and muddy in spots. The trail on the west is very pleasant; it stays closer to the stream and is moderate hiking. Directly across the creek is the end of the Cascade Trail, where the west-side trail merges with the Graysill Trail. It is best to cross the creek up a little ways. Graysill Trail continues until it ties into the Rico-Silverton Trail. To the east is Engine Creek Trail, which continues until it ties into the Colorado Trail.

Distance (one-way): ~3.3 miles from trailhead at the end of FR 783 to intersection with Graysill (must cross creek)
Maximum elevation: 9,700 feet
Minimum elevation: 9, 200 feet

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

510

General Information

Plentiful water is available in Cascade Creek; purification is recommended

Non-motorized

Address: 367 Pearl Street Bayfield, CO 81122
Phone: (970) 884-2512
Hours: Friday only, 10:00am-4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Parking

There is a little cul-de-sac area just past the flume where there is some parking. If you have high clearance, 4WD vehicle, follow the dirt road approximately ¾ mile to the gate before a cabin on the right. Open the gate and follow the road until it turns to the trail.

Directions

From Durango, travel 30 miles north on U.S. 550, turn west on the Cascade dirt road (frontage access sign). There is a little cul-de-sac area just past the flume where there is some parking. For high clearance, 4WD vehicles, follow the dirt road approximately ¾ mile to a red gate before a cabin on the right. Open the gate and follow the road until it turns to the trail.