About this campground
The trail follows Grizzly Creek and ascends steeply for the first 1/2 of a milethrough a series of switchbacks. The next 1 1/2 miles are a gradual ascent through alternating pine and fir forests and wildflower meadows. A stream crossing beyond the last meadow can easily be negotiated except during spring runoff. For the next 1 1/2 miles, the trail ascends a steep rocky shelf then winds through alpine tundra toward a long hillside traverse which ends on aknoll hiding Grizzly Lake just ahead.
Getting there
Drive 11 miles east of Aspen on Highway 82 to Lincoln Creek Road. Turn right and drive 6.1 miles on Lincoln Creek Road to Grizzly Reservoir. The trailhead is on the left just after the reservoir, but before Portal Campground. Although a 4WD vehicle is not necessary, high clearance is a must.
Activities
- HORSEBACK RIDING
Nearby federal campgrounds
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