Champion Mine Trail

Trail Overview

This trail begins at the ending point of the Halfmoon Gulch Trail and continues up to Champion Mine. Champion Mill (alt. 11,600 feet) is the large mill structure near the beginning of this trail. The top of this trail features mine ruins circa 1880's (alt 12,800 feet). Shelf exposure and 3-4 notable obstacles without a bypass contribute to the trail rating. There is an area at the top to turn around, otherwise there are very limited opportunities to pass oncoming vehicles. Snow often keeps this trail closed from early October through mid-July. The trail is 2 miles in each direction. It is recommended to check with the Leadville US Forest Service office for trail conditions.