Barbour Fork

4.7/5 (44 reviews)
If someone told you they had a day to explore the mountains in their 4WD vehicle within a stone's throw from Denver and wanted a bit of challenge and fantastic scenery, Barbour Fork definitely should be on the shortlist. This trail has just about everything you'd want in a trail. As you traverse t... Read More
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Highlights of Barbour Fork

Camping Category Icon Camping
Forest Category Icon Forest
Rock Category Icon Rock
Scenic Category Icon Scenic
Highest Elevation
10373 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
06/15 - 12/15
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
194.2, 194.2D, 733.2B
Nearest Town
Idaho Springs
Nearest Services
Idaho Springs
Management Agency
Arapaho National Forest
District
Clear Creek Ranger District

Overview

If someone told you they had a day to explore the mountains in their 4WD vehicle within a stone's throw from Denver and wanted a bit of challenge and fantastic scenery, Barbour Fork definitely should be on the shortlist. This trail has just about everything you'd want in a trail. As you traverse this rolling hillside, expect heart-racing obstacles, off-camber sections, deep ruts, and big rocks. If camping is your thing, Barbour Fork provides top-notch sites with established fire pits. Since it wasn't easy to get past these obstacles, you might have the entire place to yourself. Factor in the vast swaths of Aspen trees; this trail might be your go-to high-country fall leaf-peeping zone. Either bring the tent and stay the night or leave in the morning or even afternoon and still be home in time for dinner. Barbour Fork is one of those trails close to Denver that has it all!

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Guide Overview
14 Waypoints
44 Trail Photos
3 Trail Concerns
44 Community Reviews
1 Video
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