Lower Cement Trail

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The Lower Cement Creek Trail is a moderate, out-and-back hike located near Crested Butte, Colorado, accessible via Cement Creek Road (County Road 740/FSR 740) approximately 2.3 miles from Highway 135. The trailhead is marked on the north side of the road. This route covers roughly 3.3 miles (5.3 km) and typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete, though some sources classify the difficulty as easy. It is suitable for hiking from March through November, with fall being a prime season for viewing. The trail is popular for birding, camping, and mountain biking, and allows dogs on a leash. Parking is available at the trailhead. Hikers can access the singletrack beside the road, with options to turn left up Walrod Gulch Road or continue toward large rock formations. Restrooms are noted in some descriptions, but water availability is not explicitly confirmed in the provided evidence.