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Drake Creek Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A pretty steep climb getting you quickly up on the ridge line.
1.5
mi
Distance
1,176
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Access Issues
This is popular with bikers and motos; please use caution while on the trails.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.53mi
Distance
1,176ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
7,550ft
High Point
6,373ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a pretty relentless climb with a few rocky spots to offer some challenge beyond having the endurance and strength to hike up. Ideally, this trail is best done as a descent, tied in with a Corral Creek/Red Creek/Grove Creek Trail loop or as another optional exit trail from the Big Hole Crest Loop.

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Contributors
Alec Johnson