Accessible via County Road 43, Grizzly Trailhead provides basic camping facilities within Routt National Forest under US Forest Service management. The campground includes drinking water and toilet facilities but prohibits pets, making it important for visitors to plan accordingly.
Located less than a mile from Newcomb Creek Trailhead, this established site serves as a functional base for forest recreation. Campers can also explore camping spots near Routt National Forest for additional options in the area.
Description
Primitive trailhead with access to south end of motorized Grizzly-Helena Trail as well as Mount Zirkel Wilderness. It is managed by the Parks Ranger District.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGrizzly Trailhead is located in Colorado near Coalmont
Directions
From Walden: Take Hwy 14 west for approximately 11 miles to Hebron. Turn right on County Road 24 driving west through forks with County Roads 5 and 1. After approximately 10 miles the road becomes Forest Road 60 and passes the Grizzly Creek Guard Station at the forest boundary. Turn right on Forest Road 615. Drive 5 1/2 miles arriving at the Grizzly Trailhead.
Coordinates
40.61049789 N
106.60940027 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
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- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 28 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 2 hrs 45 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 3 hrs 10 min from Greeley, CO
- 3 hrs 14 min from Boulder, CO



