Rat Creek Loop

Rat Creek Loop

Rat Creek Loop
Rat Creek Loop

Distance

11.7 mi

Technical Rating

3 Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

High-Clearance 4x4 Trail

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Rat Creek Loop starts on the south end of Bachelor Loop. It begins as a sandy trail, and eventually reaches some fun hills to climb with small rocks. One section is curvy, with very loose rocks. Water drainage can cause ruts in areas. The road crosses Rat Creek several times. There are scenic views all along the trail. Sunset is awesome at the upper section with tremendous views.

Weather

Status Reports

W P
Oct 01, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Beautiful day for Rat Creek, we drove it counter clockwise. Trail is dry, with just a few puddles and creek crossings. Steepest ascent we saw was 20 degrees, most were between 8-15 degrees. Not technically challenging, just rocky and rutted on the back side, especially going through the scree field. Did the trail in a 2018 Jeep JLU Rubicon, stock suspension on 35” tires, disconnected sway bar, lower tire pressure, rear lockers in 4low. Only passed two Razors on the trail and a few hikers, we saw a nice bull and cow moose at the start of the trail.
Eric M
Sep 16, 2024
2020 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Muddy/Wet
It was rainy and at the top light snow. Did not have any traction issues even though there are some steep rocky sections. We were staying in Creede and this actually a fun loop to do with some fun little climbs. We did see a dead moose carcass that looked like some poached a couple hours before we got there. Carcass was skinned blood looked fresh. and only part gone was the head. Skin and the whole carcass were left behind.
Houston Brown
Sep 10, 2024
2021 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Normal
This trail is shown to be green and should most definitely be blue. It is not terribly technical, but there are some very steep rocky and a few shallow water crossings. There was a light rain during the northern part of the trail, which could’ve been a problem, climbing, steep graded rocky roads For vehicles equipped to handle green rated trails
Eduardo Retana
Sep 01, 2024
2021 Polaris RZR Turbo S 4
Open
Normal

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