Walrod Gulch Road

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Walrod Gulch Road is a hiking trail in Gunnison National Forest near Crested Butte, Colorado. The trail begins at the end of Forest Service Road 740.2C and follows a flat singletrack to Walrod Gulch Road. It is located on the southern-facing slope of the Cement Creek Valley. The route is known for early-season wildflowers. The trail allows hiking, biking, horseback riding, and motorcycle use. Dogs are permitted on the path. Parking is available near the trailhead. The elevation ranges from 9,739 to 10,281 feet with a total elevation gain of approximately 542 feet. The trail length is listed as one mile on official state records, though some sources describe a longer 12.9 km loop or out-and-back route involving Middle Cement Creek. The difficulty is generally considered easy to medium depending on the specific route taken. Trail number 412 identifies this section within the Gunnison Ranger District.