+ +
COTREX is a project by the Colorado DNR and Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
About the Project | Donate | Contact
Terms | Privacy | About
Colorado Trail Explorer
Any Activity
Hiking
Biking
Horseback Riding
Motorcycle Riding
ATV Riding
OHV Riding (>50”)
Nordic Skiing
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing

North Sand Creek Trail

Trail in State Forest State Park, Routt National Forest, North Sand Hills Natural Area, Rocky Mountains
Get Here
North Sand Hills Area Motorized Wildlife Closure Advisory · December 15th until April 15th, 2026North Sand Creek Trail Closure Closure · September 30th at 11pm until June 14th, 2026 at 11pm
Featured Routes
Sand Hills Pass Featured Route 12.8miNorth Sand Creek Featured Route 3mi
Weather
View 7 Day Forecast on weather.gov
Trail Attributes
  • Total Length
    2.9mi
  • Elevation Range
    8,308–8,746ft Δ438ft
  • Manager
    State Forest State Park
  • Access
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows Hiking
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows Dogs
    Yes
  • Allows Bikes
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows Horses
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows Motorcycles
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows ATVs
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows OHVs >50”
    6/15-10/1
  • Allows Highway Vehicles
    No
  • Allows Snowmobiles
    No
Trip Reports
No trip reports yet
Terms | Privacy | Legend | HelpRoads © OpenStreetMap A project by Colorado DNR + CPW + Natural Atlas