Mad Creek

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Colorado
Trails
Mad Creek

Highlights of Mad Creek

Camping

Forest

Snow Wheeling

Highest Elevation

10019 ft

Shape of Trail

Out & Back

Typically Open

Year Round

Best Direction

North

Official Trail Name

261.1

Nearest Town

Empire

Nearest Services

Empire

Management Agency

Arapahoe National Forest

District

Clear Creek Ranger District

Overview

A short drive from the town of Empire, and just down the road from the popular Bill Moore Lake Trail, Mad Creek is a great off-road trail that gets passed up by many offroaders. Whether you are seeking quiet summer seclusion or deep tire-swallowing winter snow, don't let this trail fall off your radar. Along this road you will pass through the trees, the open meadows, and take in the picturesque views of the high mountains all around you, including 13,164ft Mt. Flora. You will also find a handful of great hiking trails at the conclusion of this trail.