Spruce Creek Trail

Breckenridge, CO

Content provider

Spruce Creek Trail

Cascading waterfalls and abandoned mining cabins set in an exquisite alpine cirque are what make this hike so popular. Although the trail ends after a very steep climb to Upper and Lower Mohawk Lakes, 0.5 mile before the lakes is an easier, very worthwhile destination: Continental Falls, spilling from a wildflower-blanketed hillside scattered with the rusty remnants of a bygone mining era. Most hikers can enjoy these sights as a day hike—before the afternoon thunderstorms.

See all Hiking in Colorado

Driving Directions

Note: driving directions are approximate.

We cannot find this location: please try again.

Directions to: Spruce Creek Trail

print directions

Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityBreckenridge
Length3 mi
Skill LevelModerate to challenging for children
DurationDay hike or backpack
SeasonBest June to October
Trailhead Elevation10,400 ft
Top Elevation12,200 ft
screen shot of Trails.com

REI MEMBERS: SAVE $20 on a Trails.com Subscription

Subscribe to Trails.com for just $29.95 a year and gain full access to over 49,000 professional trail guides, high-res USGS topo maps & much more!

Content provided by Trails.com

How are we doing? Give us feedback on this page.

REI Anniversary Sale May 17–27. Plus, members SAVE 20% on 1 full-price item with coupon code ANNV13. Details

  • Join REI today!
  • REI Membership
  • REI member benefits include an annual refund (typically 10% on eligible purchases).
  • Join REI today!
  • Sign up for REI Gearmail®
  • and get 15% off selected items!
  • Store Locator
  • Locate an REI store near you.
  • Find a Store

Find REI on: FacebookTwitterYouTubeFlickr