Crossons

4.1/5 (13 reviews)
Just an hour from Denver, Crossons Trail offers a secluded escape within the bustling Buffalo Creek Recreation Area. Initially an old mining road, this route presents a tranquil alternative for those seeking solitude and expansive mountain vistas. The trail initially winds through a forested lands...Read More
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Highlights of Crossons

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
Ghost Town Category IconGhost Town
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
8043 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
552
Nearest Town
Bailey
Nearest Services
Bailey
Management Agency
Pike National Forest
District
South Platte Ranger District

Overview

Just an hour from Denver, Crossons Trail offers a secluded escape within the bustling Buffalo Creek Recreation Area. Initially an old mining road, this route presents a tranquil alternative for those seeking solitude and expansive mountain vistas. The trail initially winds through a forested landscape before opening into a burn-scarred expanse, revealing breathtaking views of Pike's Peak and surrounding mountain ranges. While the remnants of Crosson's town are now private property, a 2.5-mile walk from the trail's end grants public access to those willing to be respectful. Offering both a serene backdrop and a tangible connection to Colorado's mining history, Crossons Trail is an unmissable, off-the-beaten-path experience.

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4 Waypoints
14 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
13 Community Reviews
1 Video
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