Near Lamb's Canyon Pass
Hiker on the Lamb's Canyon trail
Near Lamb's Canyon Pass
Wildflowers along Lambs Canyon Trail
Near Lamb's Canyon Pass
Lamb's Canyon (at the right) viewed from a lunch spot

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Lamb's Canyon Pass

3.8 (6 Ratings)
A shaded forest path that leads to a pass with stunning views of Mill Creek canyon.
4.2
mi
Distance
1,530
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Lamb's Canyon is a Watershed. There are large signs that say "No Dogs Allowed" both at the trailhead as well as at the top.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.2mi
Distance
1,530ft
Elevation Gain
1,530ft
Elevation Loss
60%
Max Grade
8,135ft
High Point
6,598ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
As you go up Lamb's Canyon (get off on the Lamb's Canyon exit off I-80), there is a small parking area on the left-hand side of the road where the trailhead is. There is a vault toilet there. The trail starts on the other side of the road, across a bridge that goes over a small creek. The trail gradually ascends the canyon, following a small creek bed that usually has at least a little water throughout the year.The trail ascends through pines and aspen groves, mostly following the creek bed, until it contours out of the canyon floor and switches back to head towards the pass. From the pass, one can continue down to Elbow fork, or explore the ridgeline on either side. Head north on the ridgeline about 10 meters west of the signs at the top of the pass to find a good lunch spot with a view for one or two people. This narrow ridgeline trail is overgrown and may just be an animal trail but persistence pays off.

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Contributors
Keaton Reed