There are stone circles at a few different campsites scattered by the trailhead. This is a fantastic spot to camp, the views across the reservoir are amazing, and there are fish in the creek. If you are running up to the CDT you can make a loop and hit up a bunch of alpine lakes for a long day out. To avoid most of the vert, turn around at the scenic Black Lake junction/viewpoint.

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1. Ute Creek and West Ute Trail Loop

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980m

This difficult 26.8-mile jogging loop in the Weminuche Wilderness offers breathtaking alpine views and a challenging 3228 feet of elevation

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Location: Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States

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