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Bear Creek Falls Trail in Uncompahgre National Forest

The Bear Creek Trail, starting from Telluride, offers hikers a scenic journey through diverse landscapes. Along the way, you'll encounter dense forests, open meadows, and panoramic vistas of the surrounding rugged peaks of the San Juan Mountains. The trail culminates at the impressive Bear Creek Falls, where the cascading water provides a refreshing sight amidst the rugged terrain. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Waterfall

  • Distance: 4.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,201 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 9,954 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,224 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 8,789 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 59 m
  • Moving speed: 2.3 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.8 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 39 m
  • Global speed: 1.7 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 4.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,201 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 9,954 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,224 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 8,789 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 59 m
  • Moving speed: 2.3 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.8 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 39 m
  • Global speed: 1.7 mph

About this trail

Name: Bear Creek Falls Trail in Uncompahgre National Forest trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Bear Creek, Telluride, San Miguel County, Colorado, 81435, United States (37.93400 -107.81171)

End: Bear Creek, Telluride, San Miguel County, Colorado, 81435, United States (37.93432 -107.81191)

Coordinates: 37.90589 -107.81208 37.93432 -107.80589

Topography: San Miguel County topographic map, elevation, terrain

Gear up for your next adventure:

🔪Outdoor Multitools - Essential survival tools for gear repair and field use
💧Water Filtration Bottles - Safely drink from streams and lakes while exploring
🕶️GPS Smartphone Mount - Secure mount for phone navigation
🪶Trail Camera - Capture wildlife on your hikes
🧴Hand Sanitizer - Keep hands clean while hiking

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