Stag Gulch Trail

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Tips: The gem of this hidden hike is the huge fields and meadows of wildflowers, mostly the mule-ears, an iconic native sunflower.

Directions: If you’re coming from Grand Junction (western Colorado), head east on I-70 and take exit 157 for CO-131 N toward Wolcott/Steamboat Spqs. Turn left onto CO-131 N and then turn right onto US-6 E. In 3.8 miles, turn right onto Squaw Creek Rd and follow this road for 4.1 miles. The turn off for the trailhead parking will be on your right. If you keep going, you’ll reach a locked gate very soon (locked at the time of this post). If you’re coming from Vail (eastern Colorado), head west on I-70 and take exit 163 toward Edwards. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto Edwards Access Rd and stay on this road through the next two traffic circles. At Edwards Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto US-6 W. In 2.6 miles, turn left onto Squaw Creek Rd and follow this road for 4.1 miles. The turn off for the trailhead parking will be on your right. If you keep going, you’ll reach a locked gate very soon (locked at the time of this post).