Indian Creek Trailhead

The Indian Creek Trailhead provides access to several out and back as well as loop options and provides access to Segment #1 of the Colorado Trail.

The Indian Creek Trailhead is near the gate to the right of the parking area and accesses the Indian Creek Trail (#800), and Ringtail Trail (#699). After the trailhead. the trail splits and both directions will complete the loop.

There is a day use fee of $10 at the Indian Creek Trailhead. 

Alternate titles - 

Indian Creek Loop - distance - 9.3 miles - elevation gain - 1,650 ft

Ringtail Trail - distance - 15.7 miles - elevation gain - 2,559 ft

Lenny's Rest - distance - 9.3 miles - elevation gain - 1800 ft

Indian Creek to Roxborough  - distance  - 14 miles - elevation gain - 2288 ft

For further information see: Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands - Indian Creek Trailhead (usda.gov)

  • Suitable Activities: Biking, Hiking
  • Seasons: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
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  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    South Platte Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 15
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 15
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  • Indian Creek Trailhead - Indian Creek Trail
  • Indian Creek Trailhead - Ringtail Trail
  • Indian Creek Trailhead - Lenny's Rest
  • Indian Creek Trailhead - Indian Creek to Roxborough Park
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