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Colorado
10.1 mi
Distance
2,726 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Pike and San Isabel National Forests
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Horn Creek
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Horn Creek is a 10.1-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the San Juan National Forest's Gunnison Ranger District. The route gains 2,726 feet in elevation, making it a moderately strenuous day hike suitable for hikers with solid fitness levels. The trail traverses terrain managed by the US Forest Service, offering access to the San Juan National Forest landscape. Starting from the trailhead, hikers ascend through the forest with significant elevation gain distributed across the outbound journey. The out-and-back format means the full trip totals approximately 20.2 miles of travel with corresponding descent on the return. This trail is ideal for hikers seeking a full-day adventure with considerable vertical challenge. The elevation profile and distance make it best suited for experienced hikers prepared for sustained climbing and adequate water/supplies. Conditions can vary seasonally in this Colorado mountain environment, so hikers should verify current trail conditions and weather forecasts before heading out.
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