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Overview Jones Creek Trail #518 is a 4.02 mile one way hike with 1,678 feet accumulated elevation gain. Located 13 miles north of Durango Colorado. The Jones Creek Trail has beautiful views of the La Platas seen through tall aspen forestAttractive meadows provide plenty of feed for horses and good campsites with easy access to the creek. The trail windsthrough various transitionzones, starting in the big ponderosas, at the upper limit of the oak brush, and ending in the aspen and spruce. This is an enjoyable variety of sights within a fairly short distance. Check out the Official Route. Leave No Trace and +Add a Triplog after your hike to support this local community.
One-Way Notice This hike is listed as One-Way. When hiking several trails on a single "hike", log it with a generic name that describes the hike. Then link the trails traveled, check out the example. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
