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Mitchell Creek Loop

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Backcountry Nordic Skiing – Mitchell Creek Loop

A moderate ski that involves approximately 800 feet of rolling ups and downs, primarily in wooded terrain. Participants should be comfortable controlling their speed on the downhill portions of the trail in potentially snowpacked conditions.

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James Borgel
James Borgel
Primary Leader
  • Wed, Feb 11, 2026
  • Gore Range
  • Backcountry Nordic Skiing
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.4 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Difficulty of the trail will depend on snow conditions. As mentioned above a portion of the trail involves a long decent through a wooded areas. Attendees should be comfortable controlling their speed under those conditions

Carpooling directions will be determined at a date closer to the activity.

Route/Place

Mitchell Creek Loop

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten essentials, along with metal edged backcountry nordic skis. Skins or AT skis are not neccesary, although fish scales or good waxing skills will be needed.

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