Beaver Creek Trail Information

Trails are subject to change.  Please contact the Beaver Creek Hiking Center (970) 754-5373 for the most up-to-date trail status.

Recommended Hikes:

From Beaver Creek Village
Village Loop/Buddy’s Way (currently signed as Buddy’s way)
Five Senses Trail
Creekside Family Walk (access to Creekside Park playground and picnic area)
Aspen Glade
Beaver Lake Trail is Dry to Chairs 9, 10, 11 area but has not been signed. No lake access yet.

From Spruce Saddle
Cinch Mtn Road (45min-1 hour downhill dirt road)
PHQ Hill Climb
All other trails from Spruce Saddle will open as the snow/wet conditions permit
Disc Golf is not possible due to conditions.

Recommended Bike Rides:

From Beaver Creek Village
Dally Mountain Road (4-5 mile strenuous climb to Spruce Saddle)
Village to Village Trail (open between Larkspur Bowl and Strawberry Park only due to Elk Closure,
wet in spots)

From Spruce Saddle
Cinch Mountain Road only open to Dally split. Closed from 6035 down due to road damage
(novice riders 30-45min dirt road downhill)
Dally Mountain Road (not recommended for novice riders. Steep, loose, and rocky in spots)
(good access to Village to Village Trail and Allie’s Way trails)

Bachelor Gulch area still has a lot of mud and snow, therefore hiking there is not recommended.
However, guests can access portions of the trails but there are minimal amount of signs at this time.

CLOSURES
All other hiking and biking trails are closed but will open as soon as conditions
allow. Please avoid wet areas to prevent damage.

Annual Elk Calving Closure in affect in parts of Strawberry Park, Bachelor Gulch, and Arrowhead.

Please be Aware of Bears
Bears are waking up from their winter sleep and becoming active this time of year.  Hikers and bikers rarely encounter bears, but if you do please stay calm and back away slowly.  Beaver Creek wants to ensure the safety of all guests and asks that everyone is cautious and respectful of wildlife.

Be Prepared
Weather can change suddenly in the mountains this time of year.  It is recommended that you carry a light jacket, sunscreen, and water while traveling on the mountain.

Hiking trails are closed to bikers, except for multi-use trails. Distances listed are one way.

Beaver Creek Village Loop™
An easy hike out of Beaver Creek Village. The trail winds up through the aspens and
along the open slopes of the Haymeadow area above Beaver Creek Village. This trail
has moderate elevation gain and offers great views of the Village;
approx. 1.7 miles (2.8 km), 1 hour.

Buddy’s Way
Part of Village Loop, this section is an easy hike winding through the wildflowers
and aspen stands overlooking the Village; approx. 1 mile (1.6 km), 30 minutes.

Creekside Loop
Perfect for the family—a gentle loop that passes through Creekside Park where you’ll
find a playground, picnic tables and restrooms; 1.5 miles (2.4 km), 45 – 60 minutes.

Discovery Loop™ (Hike-ology™ Program)
An easier interpretive hike exploring the cultural history of the region as well as the
indigenous wildlife of the area; 1.5 mile (2.4 km), 45 – 60 min.

Five Senses Trail™ (Hike-ology™ Program)
This trail begins at the base of Chair #6, crosses Beaver Creek and follows the road
to Flood’s Fishing Ponds and the Beaver Lake Trailhead; approx. 1 mile (1.6 km),
45 min. – 1.25 hours. A suggested family hike.

Spruce Saddle Loop™ (Hike-ology™ Program)
An easier, mid-mountain interpretive tour at Spruce Saddle. Learn about local flora and
fauna; approx. 1 mile (1.6 km), 30 – 60 min.

Beaver Lake Trail™
Follow this trail along Beaver Creek, past the base of Chairs #9, #10 and #11 and
Beano’s Cabin and up the valley to Beaver Lake, a pristine mountain lake in the Holy
Cross Wilderness; approx. 6 miles round trip (9.7 km), 3 – 4 hours.

Overlook Trail™
Near the top, take in views of the Sawatch Mountain Range from the overlook and
on your way down, watch as Beaver Creek Village unfolds below you. For a more
challenging hike, begin at the bottom and hike up; approx. 4 miles (6.5 km), 2 – 4 hours.

Royal Elk Trail™
This picturesque and challenging trail is generally downhill and can be accessed by
riding the Centennial Express Lift #6. The route traverses the Talons Challenge ski
slopes along a challenging single-track and connects with the Beaver Lake Trail;
approx. 2.5 miles (4.1 km), 1 – 1.5 hours.

Beaver Creek does not offer extreme downhill mountain biking. Lift-served family riding
and cross-country riding is offered. Only bikes with hand braking systems are permitted
on Beaver Creek Mountain. Biking trails are closed to hikers, except for multi-use trails.
Distances listed are one way.

Rose Pedal™
A lower-level intermediate single-track trail from either direction. Rose Pedal begins its
descent from Spruce Saddle and winds its way through pine trees in Rose Bowl™ and
down to Cinch; approx. 2 miles (3.2 km).

Corkscrew™
Bike down through groves of aspen and evergreens on this exciting single-track trail.
Geared toward expert riders; approx. 5 miles (8 km).

Stack-it™
A challenging mountain bike single-track, which winds its way down the ski slopes and
through the aspens; approx. 1.5 miles (2.5 km).

*Some trails closed until July 1st due to elk calving. Please refer to on-mountain trail signage and observe all closures.