Bierstadt Trail #711

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

Named for the American west landscapes painter Albert Bierstadt, the 3.5 mile Bierstadt Trail descends gently toward Scott Gomer Creek. At 11,470' the trail crosses Scott Gomer Creek and begins it's ascent toward the summit.

From the creek Bierstadt Trail climbs gradually up through the willows, then up onto the broad northwest shoulder. Nearing the summit, Bierstadt Trail grows steeper and less defined along the rocky ridge.

To reach Bierstadt Trail travel west from Denver Colorado along US 285 for about 40 miles to Grant. Turn north (right) onto CR 62 and continue 13.5 miles to Guanella Pass. OR Travel west from Denver on I70. Exit at Georgetown and follow the signs 11.5 miles from Georgetown to Guanella Pass.