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Hiking · Gunnison, CO

738.2B (Brush Creek 4wd spur)

easyTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Live · nearest station Gunnison, 3 mi
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53°

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Wind

0 mph

Distance

2.8mi round trip

Elevation gain

479ft

High point

8,471ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

738.2B, known as the Brush Creek 4WD spur, is an easy hiking trail located near Gunnison on Colorado's Western Slope. The route follows the east branch of Brush Creek through the East Brush Creek Drainage in the Gunnison National Forest. The trailhead sits at an elevation of 8,389 feet and offers parking for visitors. The path connects to other local routes, including Brush Creek Trail #400 and the 545 Block and Tackle trail. Hikers typically complete the 2.8-mile point-to-point route in about one hour. The terrain is described as flat to moderately steep, with the road ending partway up the drainage. Trail conditions vary by season, featuring potential snow cover in winter and dry ground in summer. The area remains accessible year-round from January through December. Facilities at the trailhead include bathrooms, though there is no direct water source available on-site. The location falls within the USFS Gunnison Ranger District boundaries.

Trail profile

Gain

479 ft

Avg grade

3%

Steepest

6%

High point

8,471 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead8,389 ft
2Trail Marker8,471 ft
3Viewpoint7,992 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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