Tabor Creek

Managing agency

Pike-San Isabel NF — South Park RD

Tabor Creek is a 7.7-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by Pike-San Isabel National Forest's South Park Ranger District. The route gains 2,201 feet in elevation, making it a moderately challenging hike suitable for those with some experience handling sustained climbs. The trail follows Tabor Creek through the South Park area, offering hikers a chance to explore the Pike-San Isabel National Forest landscape. The elevation gain is distributed across the full distance, providing a steady ascent rather than concentrated steep sections. Being an out-and-back route, hikers will follow the same path on the return journey, allowing them to experience the trail's features in both directions. The turnaround point gives flexibility for those who want to shorten their hike by turning back early. This trail is ideal for hikers seeking a moderate workout with significant elevation gain in a national forest setting. The managed status ensures the trail is maintained by the South Park Ranger District.