Hiking the
Little Cochetopa Trail No. 1409:
The trail takes off from the end of the road and climbs toward the Continental Divide. Little Cochetopa creek parallels the trail. Fishing, for brook trout, is especially good in the beaver ponds. This trail is a favorite for a leisurely day of fishing. The trail intersects with the Colorado Trail about .5 miles past Chipeta Mountain. Hikers can travel south via the Colorado Trail/Continental Divide trail to the summit of Marshall Pass. Lightning and afternoon thunderstorms are common in the Colorado high country. Keep an eye on the weather and if a storm is looming, head for lower ground.
Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Little Cochetopa Trail No. 1409
Best Seasons: Summer to Fall
Length of Trail: 2 - 5 miles
Elevation at Trailhead: 10333 feet
Range of elevation encoutered on the hike: 10333 to 11960 feet
Estimated Difficulty (Forest Service Estimate): Intermediate
Travel Information
Trailhead Directions: From Poncha Springs travel west on US Highway 50 for 2 miles. Turn left off the highway onto County Road 210. Stay on CR 210 for 7.25 miles. The last 3.25 miles are rough and require 4-wheel drive.
For more information on this hike
National Forest: Pike & San Isabel National Forests Cimarron & Comanche National Grasslands
Local Office: Pike & San Isabel National Forests Cimarron & Comanche National Grasslands
Address:
325 Rainbow Blvd.
Salida, CO, 81201
719-539-3591
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