Great place to hike and enjoy the wilderness. Many trails to choose from. Early spring definitely need water proof hiking boots. Some trails would be good for families with kids. Full review by stephhammons21
Jul 16, 2024
It's hard to review an area as big as Mt. Zirkel Wilderness. Everything we've done here is 5 stars!! Gilpin Lake is a tough hike but worth it. Mad Creek Trail is great especially in the fall when the… Full review by heidibakerco
Sep 17, 2023
NO WILDLIFE SPOTTED. We traveled from Missouri , September, to see moose, bear ,elk, etc... drove around Steamboat Springs for a week, didn't see anything but magpies!! Went to Mount Zirkel Wildern… Full review by Sherill H
Reading about Gilpin Lake-10-12 mile hike..I have 3 torn tendons in foot, but can walk about 3 miles-any way you can drive part of the way and just hike last few miles? TIA!
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No, this can only be hiked, with that being said, one side is shorter than the other. It’s a little challenging with the elevation and different terrain, but you still may be able to make it …
No, this can only be hiked, with that being said, one side is shorter than the other. It’s a little challenging with the elevation and different terrain, but you still may be able to make it from the lot up.
You can camp where you like. Just be sure to know the rules of a wilderness area, such as making camp off the trail and at least 100 ft from water sources. It's beautiful there! Have fun!
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