Indian Trail #1300
San Isabel National Forest
This trail offers views of Cuchara Valley and the old Cuchara Ski Resort. It can be a loop trail by connecting to the Baker Trail #1301 and Dodgeton Trail #1302. Another loop is possible but requires using CO Highway 12.
There are two trailheads. The trail starts at 8,600 and gains 1,880′ in elevation.
Location:
- North Trailhead: From La Veta take CO Highway 12 to County Road 421, travel 7 miles west to trailhead.
- South Trailhead: From La Veta take CO Highway 12 south 14.2 miles to Bear Lake/Blue Lake Campground sign (Forest Road 422). Turn right onto FR 422 (dirt) and drive for 5 miles to the Bear Lake Day-use Area on the right. There is a day-use fee for users not registered as a camper.
Trail at a Glance
Length
13 miles
Terrain
Natural
Difficulty
Moderate - Difficult
Trail Details
North Trailhead: From La Veta take CO Highway 12 to County Road 421, travel 7 miles west to trailhead.
South Trailhead: From La Veta take CO Highway 12 south 14.2 miles to Bear Lake/Blue Lake Campground sign (Forest Road 422). Turn right onto FR 422 (dirt) and drive for 5 miles to the Bear Lake Day-use Area on the right. There is a day-use fee for users not registered as a camper.
Maps and information can be found at the San Isabel National Forest La Veta Work Center:
103 E. Field St.,
La Veta, CO 81055
(719) 742-3681
Alternatively, contact the San Carlos Ranger District Office in Canon City at (719) 269-8500.
- Hiking
- Walking
- Horseback Riding
- Mountain biking
- Motorbiking
- ATVs
Dogs must be on a leash, or under voice control.
