Bear Creek
Ouray, CO
Bear Creek
Of the four different Bear Creeks found in the western half of the San Juan Mountains, the one that drains into the Uncompahgre Gorge couple of miles south of Ouray could well be the most spectacular. Although the creek bottom itself is far too rugged to follow, miners during the late nineteenth century were not deterred, and constructed a trail into the upper reaches of the drainage. In so doing they built one of the most improbable mountain trails in the Colorado Rockies. This hike follows the first 4.2 miles of the route, which has been designated as a national recreation trail.
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| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Ouray |
| Length | 8.4 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 0 ft |
| Skill Level | Strenuous |
| Duration | 6 hours |
| Season | June to October |
| Trailhead Elevation | 8,440 ft |
| Top Elevation | 11,200 ft |
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