Cascade Creek East Fork Hike
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Route Description for Cascade Creek East Fork Hike
Whether you are simply looking for a longer hike through the San Juan Mountains or are after some incredible waterfall views, the Cascade Creek East Fork hike is the perfect route to get you outside and enjoying the breathtaking Colorado wilderness.
Setting out from the parking area, you will head to the northwest and cross over US 550, picking up Cascade Creek 783 and following it to the northwest. Here, you will continue along the road until it narrows into a footpath and enters into the dense cover of the forest.
Keep on hiking through the wonderful woodland setting to the northwest as the trail runs parallel to the banks of Cascade Creek. Eventually, you will come to the point where Graysill Creek flows into Cascade Creek, offering some beautiful waterfall views. After taking in the views, continue north along the trail as it cuts through the valley, eventually bringing you through several charming meadows to arrive at the endpoint of the trail and another scenic waterfall. From here, you can turn back and retrace your steps to the trailhead where you started.
Getting to the Cascade Creek East Fork Hike Trailhead
The trailhead for the Cascade Creek East Fork Hike can be found along US 550, just 2.0mi north of the Durango Nordic Center.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
July-October
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
No
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
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