Minnehaha Basin

5/5 (6 reviews)
Minnehaha Basin is an extremely scenic in-and-out trail that provides epic vista views like many others in the Silverton area. Mining history along the road is very prevalent, and this is the only trail in the area that allows you to look down on the Gold King Mine, the epicenter of the 2015 EPA was...Read More
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Highlights of Minnehaha Basin

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Mine Category IconMine
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
12328 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
51
Nearest Town
Silverton
Nearest Services
Silverton
Management Agency
San Juan County
District
San Juan County

Overview

Minnehaha Basin is an extremely scenic in-and-out trail that provides epic vista views like many others in the Silverton area. Mining history along the road is very prevalent, and this is the only trail in the area that allows you to look down on the Gold King Mine, the epicenter of the 2015 EPA wastewater disaster. This road has three branches making for a fun-filled day of exploring.

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7 Waypoints
23 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
6 Community Reviews
1 Video
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