Rock Creek Trail

Directions:
The northern trailhead is located at Arlington. Off of Interstate Highway 80 exit at Arlington, follow the signs to Forest Access and the Rock Creek trail. There is also a short access trail from the Deep Creek campground.

Description:
The Rock Creek trail begins in an open meadow near Sand Lake. The trailhead is shared with the Sheep Lake trail. The trail runs through lodgepole pine and Engleman spruce forest. It primarily follows Rock Creek but gets above the creek and parallels the canyon walls in some places. This provides scenic panoramic views.

Elevation: 10,020 feet
Recommended Season: June-October
Skill Level: Moderate
Length of Trail: 11.1 Miles