Oak Creek Trail

6.5 mi

Distance

2,802 ft

Gain

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What we do know

Inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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No access route mapped
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Big climb

Loop trail

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Oak Creek Trail

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Elevation & route

Distance: 6.5 mi
Elevation gain: 2,802 ft

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Permits & access

Managing agency: USFS Ouray Ranger District

About this trail

Oak Creek Trail is a 6.5-mile loop in the Ouray Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest. This moderately challenging route gains 2,802 feet in elevation, making it suitable for hikers with intermediate fitness levels. The trail traverses terrain managed by the USFS Ouray Ranger District in southwestern Colorado, offering access to high country hiking with significant elevation change. The loop format allows hikers to complete the full circuit without retracing their steps, providing varied scenery throughout the journey. Due to the substantial elevation gain across the 6.5-mile distance, hikers should prepare for steep sections and allow adequate time for the climb. The trail's location in the Ouray Ranger District places it within a region known for alpine views and forest terrain typical of the San Juan Mountains. Best attempted during the summer and early fall months when snow is clear from higher elevations. Bring plenty of water and check current conditions with the USFS Ouray Ranger District before heading out, as mountain weather can change rapidly.