There is a camping area with a picnic table and restrooms at the trailhead. The pass sits at over 10,800 feet and provides access to both the Colorado Trail and Continental Divide Trail, which overlap either side of the pass. The easterly direction takes you along section 21 of the CT, and the westerly trail takes you on section 22.

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Spring Creek Pass is the access point for hikers of the Colorado Trail/Continental Divide Trail to get into Lake City - unique hiker town. The hitch might not be too easy, but it is worth the wait. The trailhead has plenty of parking and a pit toilet.

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Elevation 3,330 m

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Location: Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States

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