Huron Peak Trail

Pike & San Isabel National Forest, Cimarron & Comanche National Grasslands, National Forest in Colorado

Located in the Clear Creek Area of the Leadville Ranger District, the 3.1 mile Huron Peak Trail offers an elevation gain of 3,700'.

Huron Peak Trail begins along the South Fork of Clear Creek Road about 2.5 miles from Winfield and past the old Banker Mine. Travel south of the metal gate about 150 yards to a small meadow and look for a sign for Huron. Travel east along the trail as it goes up the first small hill and makes a turn to the right.

As you now travel south, Huron Peak Trail will reach a small creek. Climb east up the very steep trail to the treeline and a large grassy bench. Continue up and across the bench to the prominent saddle on the ridge between Browns Peak and Huron Peak. Travel south along the ridge to Huron's summit. Remain on the ridge for the descent and regain the trail for the return trip.

To reach Huron Peak Trail from Leadville Colorado, travel south along US 24 for about 22 miles to Chaffee County Road 390. Travel west 12 miles along CR 390 to the ghost town of Winfield. Turn south onto FR 390.2B which is very rough and recommended for high clearance vehicles only.