Recreation area

Lost Creek #1808

Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Lost Creek Trail provides a pleasant 3.1 mile hike and access to good fishing for Colorado Cutthroat, Brook and Rainbow trout in Lost Creek. At Lost Park, the trail meets Forest Road 231 and Long Park Trail #1809. ATVs may be using Forest Road 231 June 21 - August 31. Domestic livestock may be grazing in the area. Print a trail description and map (.pdf)

Getting there

From Meeker, CO take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn right (east) on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 31 miles. The Lost Creek Trailhead is on the north side of the road just past the Lost Creek Guard Station.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.