Rock Creek Trailhead

The upper or summer Rock Creek Trailhead is located approximately 10.5 miles north of I-70 Silverthorne exit.  (NOTE: on some maps it is shown as the North Rock Creek Trailhead.) Drive about 7.7 miles up Highway 9 and turn left onto Rock Creek Road.  After about .75 miles in turn left on CR 1350 and follow it to the end. The last 1.5 miles of driving is a dirt road that turns rougher and bumpy but doesn't require a high clearance 4-wheel drive vehicle.

The Lower or Winter Rock Creek Trailhead is at the intersection of Rock Creek Road and CR-1350, 19 Rock Creek Rd, Silverthorne, CO 80498. In the winter, use CR-1350, for snowshoeing.

Alternate Titles:

Rock Creek Trail (USFS #46) (NOTE: called on some maps North Rock Creek Trail) is a mostly gentle trail with many beautiful views - 2 miles, 759' gain

Boulder Lake is reached via the Rock Creek Trail to the Gore Range Trail (USFS #60) to the Boulder Creek Trail (USFS #59).  The Lake has a loop trail around it - 5.16 miles, 1340' gain.

• Suitable Activities: Hiking, Snowshoeing
• Seasons: Year-round
• Weather: View weather forecast
• View avalanche forecast.

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate, Easy to Moderate
• High Point: 10,000 ft

• Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
  Eagles Nest Wilderness Area, Dillon Ranger District (WRNF)
• Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12