Greens Creek Trail Trail
Hiking & Hot Springs
MOUNT PRINCETON HOT SPRINGS RESORT
Greens Creek Trail
Length of Hike: 7 miles one-way to Continental Divide
Difficulty Level: Difficult
This is a 7-mile trail (one way) to the Continental Divide or 6 miles to the Green’s Creek Crossing. The lower section of the trail is smooth and winds through tight aspen trees. The upper section is steep, wet, and rocky. The trail is used by hikers, horseback riders, bikers and motorized dirt bikes. Dogs are required to be on a leash. The trail crosses two creeks and ends at a shelter on the Continental Divide. Wintertime hikers on snowshoes have spotted mountain lions in the area. Summertime brings bear sightings along the trail.
Directions to Greens Creek
From Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort, take CR 162 East to Hwy. 285. Hwy 285 South will intersect with Hwy. 50 in Poncha Springs. Turn left on Hwy 50 to find CR 220 – turn left and parallel Hwy 50 for 2 miles to CR 221, turn left 2.5 miles to trailhead. (30-minute drive time from Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort)
10 Hiking Essentials
- Water (1.5 Liters per person per 5-6 hours)
- Snacks (Beef Jerky, nuts, power bar)
- Navigation (map and compass and/or GPS)
- Sunscreen
- Extra clothing (hat, socks, gloves)
- First aid supplies
- Light (headlamp or flashlight)
- Fire starter and matches/lighter
- CD Rom or mirror, whistle, mosquito repellant
- Emergency shelter (Biffy Bag)
LOCAL HIKES.
12 popular trailheads in the Nathrop area with hikes for all abilities and age levels. Surrounding areas have additional options for exploring our beautiful valley.
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Surrounding Towns
Buena Vista, Colorado
Buena Vista, Colorado is just 9 miles from Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort. This unique mountain town is located on the Arkansas River. There are many shopping opportunities along with restaurants, a brewery and a distillery. LEARN MORE
Salida, Colorado
Salida, Colorado is 21 miles from the resort. This is Colorado's largest National Historic District. Dine on the banks of the Arkansas River and explore the many art galleries in this historic downtown. This area was named Colorado's first Creative Arts District. LEARN MORE
Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort
Phone: 719-395-2447
15870 County Road 162 Nathrop, Colorado 81236-9703
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