BPX 2-Day: Morrison Creek from Little Scraggy TH

Camping is just up stream from where the Colorado Trail crosses Morrison Creek near an interesting rock formation at the foot of Little Scraggy Peak. 

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 2-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members.

Day 1: Starting at the Little Scraggy TH hike 3.0 miles west on Colorado Trail Segment 3 to Morrison Creek for camping. (2.9 miles, +390 / -430 ft.).

Route: Day 1

Day 2: Hike out same path (2.9 miles, +430 / -390 ft.).

Route: Day 2

Overall Route: 5.9 miles, +-820 ft.

NOTES:

1. Always practice Leave No Trace techniques.
2. Little Scraggy TH is paid parking, $10 per vehicle as of 2024.
3. Possible option to make trip a loop by returning around Little Scraggy Peak (Optional return route) on way out (9.5 miles, +1,602 / -1,432 ft.).
4. Water at Morrison Creek is seasonal and may dry out in the summer months. Good idea to take minimal amount of water for overnight ‘dry’ camping just in case.
5. Driving Directions: From the Colorado Mountain Club (Golden, CO) to the Little Scraggy TH.

• Suitable Activities: Backpacking
• Seasons: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
• Weather: View weather forecast

• Difficulty: Easy
• Length: 5.5 mi
• Elevation Gain: 780 ft
• High Point: 7,886 ft

• Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
  South Platte Ranger District (PSINF)
• Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
• Recommended Party Size: 10
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12