South Clear Creek Falls
Hinsdale County, Colorado
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- Not recorded
- Location
- Hinsdale County, Colorado
- Access status
- Route and parking researched
- The walk
- 0.25 miles one-way; 0.5 miles return calculated
- Ground & access
- Trail surface and gradient are not stated.
The viewing trail leaves from the back of Silver Thread Campground beside Highway 149.
Plan your visit
South Clear Creek Falls from Silver Thread Campground
USFS explicitly gives a quarter mile one-way; return mileage is calculated.
Trail surface and gradient are not stated.
Where to start
Park at the back of Silver Thread Campground, as directed by the Creede and Mineral County visitor guide. The waterfall path starts there. Follow current campground signs and keep campsite access clear.
Timing & water
Checked 2026-10-27: campground page says off-season, without water, trash service or host. Snow or spring road closures can prevent access.
Before you go
Published day-use fees are $12, or $10 during shoulder season. Campsites are first come, first served; day-use booking is not stated.
Visitor informationVisit sources
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