About this campground
The 3.25 mile Bighorn Trail begins at Bighorn Road and ends at an old shack at 10,778 feet. The first 1/2 mile of the trail climbs steeply out of the Vail Valley, then more gradually climbs up through stands of aspen and pine. The trail passes beaver ponds and the remains of old mining camps as well as Bighorn Falls. Near mile 2, the views of Vail and Bighorn drainage are exceptional. View a printable Recreation Quicksheet for this trail which is complete with directions, a map, details, and other information about this trail. Visit our Recreation Quicksheets page to view more printable trail descriptions by ranger district.
Getting there
Travel east on I-70 to exit 180, exit here and turn right onto the south frontage road. Proceed 1 mile to Columbine Drive, turn left. Continue to the end of the pavement as the road passes under the interstate through a narrow passage. There is limited parking at the end of the road.
Activities
- HIKING
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