Name: Nellie Creek Basin
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Nellie Creek Basin

Nellie Creek Basin

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Uncompahgre Wilderness

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Location: Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States

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1. Uncompahgre Peak Trail — Uncompahgre Wilderness

12.0km

04:31

850m

Alpine scramble to Colorado's wedding cake summit with panoramic views across four mountain ranges.

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2. Nellie Creek Basin – Uncompahgre Peak loop from Lake City

25.0km

08:43

1,480m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Zachary

January 25, 2024

The Uncompahgre Peak Trail climbs steeply up the peak from here. There is a short class 2 section near the top, but this route is very doable. You can also take the Big Blue Creek Trail north of here up a short but steep set of switchbacks to another junction. From there you can take the relatively flat Ridge Stock Driveway Trail along the ridge above treeline to get fantastic views of the north Uncompahgre Wilderness or dive into the remote northern mountain valleys.

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Elevation 3,610 m

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Tuesday 7 October

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Location: Hinsdale County, Colorado, United States

Nellie Creek Basin

1. Uncompahgre Peak Trail — Uncompahgre Wilderness

2. Nellie Creek Basin – Uncompahgre Peak loop from Lake City

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