Rock Creek Road #1350


In winter you will begin hiking up a road that winds through aspen and lodgepole pine forests. After traveling 1.7 miles up the road you will come to the summer Rock Creek Trailhead parking sign. This road is a popular access point for hunters into Eagles Nest Wilderness/GMU 371 during hunting season - it is recommended for other recreationists to wear orange or other bright colors during hunting seasons.

At a Glance

Open Season: Approx. May 20th
Usage: Heavy
Restrictions:
  • The road is closed to motor vehicles from November 23 through May 20 or until road is dry. 
  • Dispersed camping is allowed only in designated areas.
  • The Rock Creek Trail enters the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. Check with the District Office and trailhead signs for restrictions that apply for travel and camping throughout this area. Dogs must be leashed.
Closest Towns: Silverthorne, CO. 
Water: No
Restroom: No
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center: Dillon Ranger District; 680 Blue River Parkway, Silverthorne, CO 970-468-5400

General Information

Directions:

From I-70 take Exit 205, Silverthorne / Dillon, and travel north on HWY 9 for approximately 7.7 miles. Turn left onto Rock Creek Road (FDR 1350) across from the Blue River Campground. Follow the gravel road for approximately 1.2 miles and turn left at the road marked “Rock Creek”. The winter trailhead parking lot is immediately on your left.

For summer access, you can drive up the 4WD road for approximately 1.7 miles to the Rock Creek Trailhead and parking lot. Motor vehicles are prohibited beyond this point.


Activities

Mountain Biking

Dispersed Camping

Backpacking

XC Skiing/Snowshoeing

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