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Hiking · Gunnison, CO

Flag Creek

moderateTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Gunnison, 3 mi
Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

49°

Chance of Rain

Feels like 47°

Storm chance

56% tonight

Wind

5 mph ENE

Distance

3mi round trip

Elevation gain

253ft

High point

8,176ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Flag Creek Trail is a 3.5-mile dirt road and trail in Gunnison National Forest, located near Gunnison and Almont, Colorado. The route begins at Forest Road 744.3 and ends at Forest Road 759, covering an elevation range from 10,144 feet to 11,138 feet with a total elevation gain of approximately 993 feet. The trail surface consists primarily of dirt, with a quarter-mile section classified as a two-track road. It is managed by the USFS Gunnison Ranger District and allows hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and motorcycle riding. Dogs are permitted, but ATVs are not. The trail is accessible year-round, though conditions vary by season. Parking is available at the trailhead. The moderate difficulty and 3.5-mile length typically result in a duration of about two hours for hikers.

Trail profile

Gain

253 ft

Avg grade

2%

Steepest

3%

High point

8,176 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,923 ft
2Trail Marker7,933 ft
3Viewpoint8,176 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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