Grizzly Gulch Trailhead

Easy access from I-70 Exit 221, Bakerville.  Cross under the freeway, then over Bakerville Rd. to enter a cleared area used for parking.  Walk about a mile up Stevens Gulch Rd CR-321, which is very rocky and sometimes impassable. It becomes inaccessible during the winter and is subject to seasonal closure. Beware of avalanche danger even if the road is open.  Eventually you will reach the Grizzly Gulch TH, CR-321/FSR-189-1C.  The TH also serves as the Gray's and Torrey's winter/lower TH. 

This used to be a lovely forested trail but Summit County has created a 4WD-access dispersed camping area so the trail is now a rutted road.  However, toward the top, on the slopes up to the Divide, the trail disappears into alpine terrain and the area is beautiful. Grizzly Peak and Cupid can be summited from here.

For stays longer than 14 days or for specific regulations, it’s advisable to contact the Clear Creek Ranger District, (303) 567-3000.

• Suitable Activities: Hiking
• Seasons: June, July, August, September, October
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• Avalanche Terrain Rating Complex View avalanche forecast.

• Length: 7.5 mi
• Elevation Gain: 1,750 ft
• High Point: 12,000 ft

• Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
  Clear Creek Ranger District (ARNF)
• Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 15
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 15