Name: Deer Creek
Rating: 3.5

Deer Creek

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“Great tree skiing near Coal Bank Pass.”

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Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

Description

From the Deer Creek Ascent, drop through the trees to the north. The entire run is in the trees, but it never gets too dense and there are numerous small openings. Deer Creek creates a terrain trap, so the goal is to end at the intersection of Deer Creek and Hwy 550. This area can hold great snow even in warmer conditions. It is a great route to connect with the Coal Creek skiing.

At the end, retrace your route, walk up the highway or throw a thumb out!

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - San Juan National Forest Office

Sep 19, 2018: San Juan National Forest Begins Hiring for 2019 Field Season

Sep 18, 2018: Rocky Mountain Region Announces New Application Time Frames

Sep 17, 2018: Dolores Ranger District Plans Fall Prescribed Burning

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Trail Ratings

3.5 from 2 votes

#3

in Coal Bank Pass

#378

Overall

3.5 from 2 votes

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Rankings

#3

in Coal Bank Pass

#141

in Colorado

#378

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Incredible views on Deer Creek!

0.8 Miles 1.2 Kilometers Ski Line	0' 0 m Ascent -1,299' -396 m Descent
32% Avg Slope (18°) 41% Max Slope (22°)	11,209' 3,417 m High 9,911' 3,021 m Low

Deer Creek

0.8 Miles 1.2 Kilometers

Ski Line

0' 0 m

-1,299' -396 m

32%

41%

11,209' 3,417 m

9,911' 3,021 m

Shared By Missy Thompson