Chicken Creek Trail #615

Located within the Dolores Ranger District of San Juan National Forest, the 7.8 mile Chicken Creek Trail rated moderate and has a starting elevation of 7,900' (Mancos State Park) and an ending elevation of 8,900' (Transfer).

Chicken Creek Trail begins at Mancos State Park, 7 miles south of Transfer Recreation area. Beginning on the north shore of Jackson Gulch Reservoir, Chicken Creek Trail crosses over the top of a small mesa and drops into Chicken Creek, after which it follows the creek bed for 7.5 miles before merging with the Morrison Trail.

To form a loop back to you vehicle, you may turn right when you meet the Morrison Trail and climb away from Chicken Creek toward Transfer Recreation Area. Cross th West Mancos Road (FDR 561) and pick up the Rim Trail at the West Mancos Overlook. Rim Trail eventually merges with the lower end of Chicken Creek Trail. Travel south (left) and follow the trail back to Mancos State Park to complete the 16.0 mile loop.

Montezuma County Colorado

San Juan County Colorado