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Harvard Lakes Trailhead

Sawatch Range

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Road Difficulty2 2  2WD, rough dirt, good clearance 
Location9,400 feet
38.864307, -106.238509
Driving Directions
In Buena Vista, 1/2 mile north of the center of town, turn west onto County Road 350 (Crossman Ave.) and measure mileage from here. Continue on CR 350 for 2 miles and turn right onto CR 361. At 3 miles, turn left onto CR 365 (dirt). Continue to the Harvard Lakes trailhead at 6.5 miles. The larger, Silver Creek trailhead is 0.1 mile farther, and has restrooms.

Trailhead Status Updates

Most Recent Update 2/23/2025:

Winter Access

Closed at 9,200 feet, nearly 2 miles below the TH.

Trailhead Facilities & Fees

Parking: Room for 10-12 vehicles.
Camping: There are a few places to pitch a tent along the road.
Restrooms: No
Fees: No
Trailhead added by BillMiddlebrook