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Big Lick Creek Trail

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  2. CO
  3. …Southwest Rockies
  4. Durango
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“Enjoyable trail paralleling the Elbert Creek Trail through an open valley. ”

Megan W
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Miles

2.5

KM
Singletrack

10,458' 3,188 m

High

10,156' 3,096 m

Low

314' 96 m

Up

19' 6 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Unknown

E-Bikes Unknown

Need to Know

Use caution in the fall hunting season

Description

From an un-signed trail junction with Elbert Creek Trail, head uphill after crossing a small wooden bridge. Wind across hillsides and through the edge of the forest with good views up and down-canyon. The open valley here is covered in gently waving grasses and small scrub.

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#37

in Durango

#36642

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#37

in Durango

#3,231

in Colorado

#36,642

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Looking east towards the Needles - snowy peaks in the distance.
Sep 26, 2023 near Rico, CO
Upper meadows with fall colors.
Sep 26, 2023 near Rico, CO
Top of Elbert Creek Trail.
Sep 17, 2024 near Rico, CO
Top of Big Lick Trail.
Sep 17, 2024 near Rico, CO
Views to the west of the La Plata Mountains.
Sep 26, 2023 near Rico, CO

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