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Katherine Trailhead

Katherine Trailhead in Colorado offers a terrain of forests and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Routt National Forest and enjoy activities like hiking and wildlife viewing.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Designated trailhead with access to trails into Mount Zirkel Wilderness. No developed facilities. Setting is managed forest area. Timberline is at approximately 10,500 feet elevation. The Lake Katherine Trail is easy to follow, through few sections are fairly steep. This trail is difficult for horses. Campsites are scarce along the trail and particularly at Lake Katherine. This is a very popular trail, so opportunity for solitude is low. This trail lies within the Mt Zirkel Wilderness. Please refer to the Wilderness Regulations. The wilderness is closed to motorized and mechanized vehicles. This trailhead is managed by the Parks Ranger District.

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Location

Katherine Trailhead is located in Colorado

Directions

From Walden. Drive west on Hwy 14 approximately 1/4 mile and take County Road 12W heading west. Drive approximately 5 miles and take County Road 7 heading north for approximately 2 1/2 miles. Turn left on County Road 12W. After driving approximately 4 miles take the left fork heading west on County Road 16. Drive approximately 7 miles. The road will turn into Forest Road 640 taking you to the Katherine Trailhead.