This is a connector trail between Indian Trail #1300 and Dodgeton Trail #1302. This trail has a 1,200′ elevation gain.
Location: From La Veta take CO Highway 12 to Cuchara Water and Sanitation office, turn right into Spring Creek Trailhead parking lot. Take Dodgeton trail (approximately 2.75 miles) to junction of the Shortcut trail.
From La Veta take CO Highway 12 to Cuchara Water and Sanitation office, turn right into Spring Creek Trailhead parking lot. Take Dodgeton trail (approximately 2.75 miles) to junction of the Shortcut trail.
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.
Dogs must be on a leash, or under voice control.