Nellie Creek Trailhead
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October 27th, 2026
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This remote trailhead accesses the Uncompahgre Wilderness Area and Uncompahgre Peak. The road to the trailhead is extremely rugged, 4x4 and high clearance vehicles only. From Lake City, turn west onto Second Street. Travel 0.1 mile and turn left onto the Henson Creek Road. This is the Alpine Loop Scenic Byway. Travel approximately 5 miles to the sign for the Nellie Creek Trailhead, Nellie Creek Road, FSR #877. The trailhead is 4 miles up Nellie Creek Road. 4 wheel dive is recommended.
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GPS 38.06260, -107.42210
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