South Salt Creek

2.8/5 (12 reviews)
South Salt Creek Road is an excellent side trip when traveling Highway 285 to and from Denver and Buena Vista, allowing you to drive on dirt right into Buena Vista. The dense aspen and pine forest hides the typical epic views of the surrounding peaks. Still, it provides an opportunity to see an old ...Read More
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Highlights of South Salt Creek

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Forest Category IconForest
Ghost Town Category IconGhost Town
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
11372 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
06/15 - 03/01
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
436, 436.2A
Nearest Town
Buena Vista
Nearest Services
Buena Vista
Management Agency
Pike National Forest
District
South Park Ranger District

Overview

South Salt Creek Road is an excellent side trip when traveling Highway 285 to and from Denver and Buena Vista, allowing you to drive on dirt right into Buena Vista. The dense aspen and pine forest hides the typical epic views of the surrounding peaks. Still, it provides an opportunity to see an old homestead and find a few generously wooded and secluded campsites while avoiding pavement.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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10 Waypoints
32 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
12 Community Reviews
1 Video
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