Waterloo Gulch
A day hike to a high mountain valley. In 1882 a pair of prospectors named John Abbett and John Lynch found traces of precious metals in Waterloo Gulch. They developed claims known as the Abbett Mine, Iron Horse, Ajax No. 1 and No. 2, and Italian Boy. Today, most of the signs of mining have disappeared, and a little-known trail leads up into this pretty hanging valley, making a fine day hike from the Texas Creek Trailhead.
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| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Buena Vista |
| Length | 9 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 2,090 ft |
| Skill Level | Moderately strenuous |
| Season | Early July to mid-October |
| Trailhead Elevation | 9,900 ft |
| Top Elevation | 11,970 ft |
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