Near Michigan Ditch
Along the Michigan Ditch Trail
Near Michigan Ditch
12,490' high Nokhu Crags dominates the landscape.
Near Michigan Ditch
Looking south toward Rocky Mountain National Park.
Near Michigan Ditch
Nokhu Crags - 12,490'
Near Michigan Ditch
11,699' South Diamond Peak & 11,854' North Diamond Peak.

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Michigan Ditch

3.6 (7 Ratings)
A service road that follows Michigan Ditch.
5.1
mi
Distance
111
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildlife
Access Issues
There is plenty of snow during the winter that will prevent normal travel.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.14mi
Distance
111ft
Elevation Gain
14ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
10,382ft
High Point
10,268ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This easy trail follows a service road that goes along the Michigan Ditch. This ditch has provided water to farmers along the Front Range since the 1880's. In addition to water, the trail provides awesome views of Nokhu Crags, Diamond Peaks, and the surrounding area. The service road begins at the top of Highway 14. Cross the street and look for a gate in front of a service road. The trail is this service road for a water ditch and ends just below Lake Agnes.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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