Twin Sisters Trail #555

Twin Sisters Trail is a 22.4-mile out-and-back through San Juan National Forest. The trail extends between Molas Pass/U.S. Route 550 and Rico-Silverton Trail #507. It features colorful mountain slopes, green valleys, expansive views, and stunning wildflowers. This trek takes place at high altitudes, roughly between 12,560 and 10,800 feet, with an elevation gain of around 2,800 feet. The trail is open to runners, hikers, backpacking, equestrians, and mountain bikers. Twin Sisters Trail #555 passes by Little Molas Lake and provides access to Little Molas Campground. It climbs above treeline and crosses a ridge with breathtaking views of the San Juan Mountains. It crosses Lime Creek and traverses around the southeastern base of Twin Sisters (13,432'). It links to the Winter Creek Trail #508 and Rico-Silverton Trail #507, which is also the turnaround point. This scenic trail is located approximately 40 miles north of Duranago and just six miles south of Silverton and is an excellent location for a day trip or overnight getaway.