Near Lehman Creek Trail
Lehman Creek Trail Aspens in Winter.
Near Lehman Creek Trail
Wheeler Peak
Near Lehman Creek Trail
If you are hiking in the winter, don't forget some snacks and a hot beverage!
Near Lehman Creek Trail
Views of Doso Doyabi and Wheeler Peak come into view as the trail passes through an open meadow.
Near Lehman Creek Trail
The trail meanders up the hillside through the shade of birch trees.

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Lehman Creek Trail

4.4 (5 Ratings)
A 3.5-mile trail bypassing Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive when its closed for winter.
3.8
mi
Distance
2,196
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.76mi
Distance
2,196ft
Elevation Gain
133ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
9,831ft
High Point
7,768ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail can be accessed from trailheads in both the Wheeler Peak and Upper Lehman Creek Campgrounds. It passes through diverse habitats, paralleling Lehman Creek for parts of the trail. The trail has a lot of switchbacks eventually running through a valley along the base of Wheeler Peak. It has occasional logs blocking the trail, and there is plenty of uneven rocky terrain.

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