Hiking the
Starvation Creek Trail No. 1408:
Local legend has it that the creek got its name when an early fall blizzard trapped a local rancher's cattle. When the local cowhands got through the heavy snow, they found that all of the cattle had frozen in the deep snow. Hence, the name "Starvation Creek". This trail is one of the most beautiful and peaceful trails around. A various locations the trail is surrounded by heavy timber and at one point the trail opens up into a lovely meadow. Creek crossings are numerous.
Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Starvation Creek Trail No. 1408
Best Seasons: Summer to Fall
Length of Trail: 5 - 10 miles
Elevation at Trailhead: 9100 feet
Range of elevation encoutered on the hike: 9100 to 10885 feet
Estimated Difficulty (Forest Service Estimate): Intermediate
Travel Information
Trailhead Directions: From Poncha Springs, CO travel south on Hwy 285 for approximately 4.5 miles. Turn right onto County Road 200 and travel south for 2 miles to the trailhead at the Shirley Site. At the trailhead, turn right onto CR 203. Stay on this road for about 3/4 miles, crossing an old stone railroad bridge. After crossing the bridge, the road turns left and continues for about 2.5 miles to the trailhead.
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
|
