Mill Creek

4.1/5 (29 reviews)
The entire Empire 4X4 Loop provides a full "Colorado" experience, but Mill Creek takes it to the next level. This trail includes a well-preserved historic cabin, mining ruins, stream crossings, snow-patched mountains, aspen trees, rocks to crawl over, and wildflowers. This off-road trail has so... Read More
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Highlights of Mill Creek

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Mine Category Icon Mine
Rock Category Icon Rock
Highest Elevation
10837 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
West
Official Trail Name
171.1
Nearest Town
Empire
Nearest Services
Idaho Springs
Management Agency
Arapaho National Forest
District
Clear Creek Ranger District

Overview

The entire Empire 4X4 Loop provides a full "Colorado" experience, but Mill Creek takes it to the next level. This trail includes a well-preserved historic cabin, mining ruins, stream crossings, snow-patched mountains, aspen trees, rocks to crawl over, and wildflowers. This off-road trail has something for everyone and should not be missed. It sits about 1 hour from Denver, Colorado, and is within the Arapahoe National Forest. You can combine this trail with other trails in the area for a full day of off-road fun that is just challenging enough to keep the wheeling interesting while soaking in the amazing views of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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16 Waypoints
50 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
29 Community Reviews
1 Video
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