Thursday · November 3, 2022
Crater Creek Trail
Pagosa Springs, CO · 7.5 Miles
Crater Creek Trail
This trail is not for the faint of heart. It is steep, narrow, rocky and has a few sections with long drop offs (see the photo gallery). However, the views along the trail and at the lake are one of a kind !! Easily one of my favorite trails in this part of the state.
Crater Lake

My Trail Rating

Road to Trailhead

  • Moderate - mostly bumpy dirt road
  • Trailer Parking

  • Moderate - no trailer spots but room for trailers
  • Trailer Parking Size

  • 3-4 trailer
  • Trailhead Amenities

  • Creek for horse water
  • Trail Elevation Gain

  • Difficult - very steep or mostly steep inclines / declines
  • Trail Obstacles

  • Creek crossing(s),Downed tree(s),Rocks,Other