Lost Creek Wilderness

Lost Creek Wilderness spans 106,000 acres of land with granite formations, dense forests, and mountain streams across elevations from 8,000 to 12,400 feet.

The area received its initial protection as Lost Creek Scenic Area in 1963, followed by National Natural Landmark status in 1966 and wilderness designation in 1980.

Indigenous peoples utilized the natural resources of this region before European settlement, leaving behind evidence of their presence in the Colorado landscape.

Visitors can access 136 miles of trails through multiple entry points, with the Colorado Trail crossing through the northern section of the wilderness.

Lost Creek earned its name from the peculiar behavior of its waterway, which repeatedly disappears underground and resurfaces at different locations throughout the valley.

Location: Colorado

Inception: 1980

GPS coordinates: 39.26860,-105.46800

Latest update: May 23, 2025 05:05