Near Fish Creek Trail
Lower Fish Creek Falls from the overlook trail.
Near Fish Creek Trail
Long Lake off of Fish Creek Falls Trail.
Near Fish Creek Trail
Lower Fish Creek Falls from the footbridge.
Near Fish Creek Trail
Fish Creek Falls!
Near Fish Creek Trail
Fish Creek Falls is a maelstrom in late Spring. We saw kayakers take on the Class V rapids just below the Falls as we started our run

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Hike Trail

Fish Creek Trail

4.4 (27 Ratings)
A great route; connects with Buffalo or Rabbit Ears Passes.
7.4
mi
Distance
2,839
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
7.39mi
Distance
2,839ft
Elevation Gain
244ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
10,116ft
High Point
7,408ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Fish Creek Falls (USFS Trail #1102) starts at a large parking lot, and ends at a junction with Wyoming Trail and Mountain View. The lower reaches of the trail are more rocky and difficult, resulting in some challenging sections. The upper end of the route is easier, rolling through forest and open meadows on a gradual ascent. Fish Creek Falls is often used as a shuttle, connecting with the Wyoming Trail from either Buffalo or Rabbit Ears Passes.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Tom Robson