HIKING: Deer Creek Canyon

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Description

Deer Creek Canyon Park is defined by its sterling recreation opportunities and golden habitat for wildlife. <br />
Hikers and equestrians have the Meadowlark Homesteader and Golden Eagle Trails all to themselves. On multi-use trails, mountain bikers test their mettle on "The Wall," a steep section of rocky terrain on Plymouth Creek Trail, and pedal the 2.5-mile Red Mesa Loop. All trail users should be aware of the risk of rattlesnake encounters. <br />
Meadowlark: Hiker only; exposed with great views of parking area, meadows and the south valley; consistent 10 percent grade.<br />
Golden Eagle: Hiker only; scenic view at summit; 3-mile hike to reach trailhead.<br />
Plymouth Creek: Multi-user trail; lush sections; rocky in spots; steep climb west of Meadowlark junction.<br />
Plymouth Mountain: Multi-user trail with scenic views to the east; Steep side slope on north end.<br />
Scenic View: Short, multi-user trail with steep section; beautiful 360-degree summit view.<br />
Homesteader: Hiker only; forested trail with an average 4 percent grade; trail follows canyon rim on the north side.<br />
Red Mesa Loop: Multi-user trail with open view of the canyon and forested section.

Directions

Go west on W Deer Creek Canyon Rd, which intersects Wadsworth just south of C-470 by Chatfield. Travel 4 miles to Grizzly Dr and turn left. Parking lot is on the right about 1/2 mile up this steep road.

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