Guller Creek Trail

The Guller Creek Trail is an 18.2-mile out-and-back trail in the White River National Forest west of Breckenridge, Colorado. This adventure begins at the Wheeler National Recreation Trailhead, located near Copper Mountain Ski Area. It traverses along the northern base of Copper Mountain before turning southwest along Guller Creek. The trail is a well-maintained, multiuse, singletrack that is open to running, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, skiing, and horseback riding. This trail offers a variety of landscapes including grassy hills, dense pine forests, open meadows, scenic valleys, and spectacular displays of wildflowers. There are expansive views across mountainous terrain surrounded by wilderness areas. This is a popular trail that is used by locals, tourists, and hikers on both the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNT) and the Colorado Trail (CT). JANET'S HUTIn the middle of the route, you will reach Janet's Hut, a backcountry ski hut with stunning views. This is the turnaround point and a wonderful place to take a break. For information about reserving the hut overnight, please visit https://olb.huts.org/. Amenities at Janet's Hut: wood burning stove, solar powered lights, an indoor composting toilet, a sauna, mattresses, and a fully equipped kitchen (there is no oven). CAMPING AND PERMITSThe White River National Forest does not require a permit for hiking along Guller Creek. The forest allows dispersed camping free of charge. All visitors must observe Leave No Trace principles and pack out everything they bring.In the Copper Mountain resort area between Highway 91 and Guller Creek, camping is not permitted.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION White River National Forest