Backpack – BPX Backpack, Marvine Creek Loop, Flattops Wilderness, 4-day Loop. Hike to a number of scenic lakes in the Flattops Wilderness. Experience the wide open beauty of the Flattops and possibly climb Big Marvine Peak for a grand view of the wilderness area. Fishing in the lakes is an option.

Itinerary: Drive to trailhead on day one and back home on day 4.

Day 1. Drive to trailhead.  Hike on the Marvine Trail (#1823) and establish a camp at the Marvine Lakes. (6 miles, 1400’)

Day 2.  Continue hiking to intersection with Oyster Lake Trail (#1825) and head NE to Twin Lakes.  Camp in forested area south of the lake. (6 miles, 1,900’)

Day 3: Hike on the East Marvine Trail. Camp near the edge of the plateau where there are small ponds. Do a four mile day hike to climb Big Marvine Peak or relax in camp. (2.5 miles, 300’)

Day 4. Descend on East Marvine Trail to trailhead. (8 miles, -3300’)   Drive home.

General Requirements: None 

Map: https://caltopo.com/map.html#ll=40.00527,-107.44168&z=13&b=f16a 

         https://trails.colorado.gov/routes/39769?t=H3EZ971Hw6UK8hL85iIR

Meeting location and carpooling info will be provided via email prior to trip date. 

Driving Directions: Drive 230 miles on I-70 and CO 13 to Meeker. (I-70 to Rifle and 42 miles north on CO 13 to Meeker.) To reach East Marvine Trail from Meeker, travel east along CO 13 for 1 mile and turn east onto CR 8. Continue along CR 8 for 28 miles and turn south at Fritzlans Guest Ranch, cross the bridge and turn east onto Marvine Creek Road (CR 12). Travel 6 miles along CR 12 to Marvine Trailhead parking area.  

Round Trip driving distance 540 miles

Leader   Carol Munch   415-297-9059     carol@edniehaus.com