South Halfmoon

South Halfmoon Creek, also known as Iron Mike Mine, is a must-do trail known for its natural beauty and technical driving demands.  It is located southwest of Leadville and follows the namesake tributary of the Arkansas River. Trekking along the western shadow of Colorado's tallest peak, Mount Elbert, you will encounter several water crossings, steep climbs, narrow paths, continuous rocky terrain, and one major rock obstacle that takes its job as the gatekeeper seriously. The breathtaking scenery at the end of this trail takes work and is a hard-earned reward.