–Ryan Boudreau (02/05/2020)
Information
Nearby Trails
| Status: | Open |
| Typically Open: | 06/15 - 11/15 |
| Length: | 19 miles |
| Highest Elevation: | 9944 feet |
| Duration: | About 2 hours |
| Shape of Trail: | Straight Through |
| Best Direction to Travel: | N/A |
| Nearest Town: | Fraser |
| Nearest Town w/ Services: | Fraser |
| Official Road Name: | 139 |
| Management Agency: | Arapaho National Forest |
| District: | Sulphur Ranger District |
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Highlights
Keyser Creek would be a great place to camp during the season that is accessible to most vehicles but yet feels far from the city. Most campsites are near the river, and there are aspen forests that would be amazing during the fall when the leaves change colors. The abundance of trail spurs and recreational trails can keep you busy for a whole weekend outing. It could also be used as a scenic drive to connect you from Highway 40 to Highway 3. While in the area I saw deer and moose.
Route Information
Waypoints
1. East Trailhead (0.00 mi)
Turn west onto County Road 5 at the signs for Crooked Creek National Forest Access.
Directions to Trailhead
Trailhead Coordinates:
39.955540,
-105.820168
Starting Point: Fraser
East Trailhead
The East Trailhead is located just north of Fraser, CO and the begins as you turn onto County Road 5. You will see a road sign for Crooked Creek National Forest Access at this turn. There is not a designated parking lot at the trailhead, but there are wide shoulders to make any adjustments.
From Tabernash, drive south approx 3.25 miles and turn west onto County Road 5.
From Fraser, drive north 0.25 miles from the northern part of Fraser and turn west onto County Road 5. You will see a road sign for Crooked Creek National Forest Access at this turn.
West Trailhead
The West Trailhead is located 12 miles south of Hot Sulphur Springs as the crow flies and is located off of County Highway 32. There is a large gravel turnoff area as well as a campground and parking lot just after turning off the highway.
From Parshall, drive east 0.75 miles and turn south onto County Highway 3. Continue 15.3 miles south on Highway 3 and turn east onto County Highway 32, you will also see signs for National Forest Access and Horseshoe Campground.
From Silverthorne, drive 12.5 miles north on Blue River Parkway/CO-9 and turn east onto Ute Pass Road/County Highway 3. Continue on Ute Pass Road/County Highway 3 for 11.8 miles and turn east onto County Highway 32, you will also see signs for National Forest Access and Horseshoe Campground.
Camping
Dispersed
Designated
For individual use only, not to be shared.