Big Cottonwood Creek
A rarely visited high basin with access to Nipple Mountain and Cottonwood Peak. This unmaintained trail is not recognized by the Forest Service. It requires route-finding skills and some difficult bushwhacking along its upper reaches.
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| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Coaldale |
| Length | 10 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 4,000 ft |
| Skill Level | Strenuous |
| Duration | Out-and-back day hike or overnight backpack |
| Season | Best June to October |
| Trailhead Elevation | 7,200 ft |
| Top Elevation | 11,200 ft |
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