Bear Creek National Recreation Trail to American Flats and Horsethief Trail

Ouray, CO

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Bear Creek National Recreation Trail to American Flats and Horsethief Trail

Very diverse terrain including deep canyons, spruce-fir forests, high ridges, alpine tundra, and the Bridge of Heaven, all facilitated by a relatively simple car shuttle. This hike presents an incredible variety of high-country terrain.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityOuray
Length15.5 mi
Skill LevelDifficult
DurationTwo- to three-day backpack
SeasonBest June through October, depending on snow pack
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