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Muddy Creek #2172.1A

Silt, Colorado · Mesa County · Facility

The Muddy Creek trail is 2.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 2172 and ends at Forest Boundry. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking and Horseback Riding

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About Muddy Creek #2172.1A

The Muddy Creek trail is 2.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 2172 and ends at Forest Boundry. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking and Horseback Riding

How to Get There

From Rifle, head east to Silt at exit 97. Turn right at the top of the ramp and then left. Turn at the first right to the "Y" then turn right and follow Dry Hollow Road (CR331) to West Divide Road (CR344) to the forest boundary. The road then becomes Forest District Road 800. Stay on that for a short distance until you see the sign for Cayton Ranger Station then turn right.

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Plan Your Visit to Muddy Creek #2172.1A

Heading to Muddy Creek #2172.1A? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Muddy Creek #2172.1A?

No central reservation system listed for Muddy Creek #2172.1A. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10087655) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Muddy Creek #2172.1A?

From Rifle, head east to Silt at exit 97. Turn right at the top of the ramp and then left. Turn at the first right to the "Y" then turn right and follow Dry Hollow Road (CR331) to West Divide Road (CR344) to the forest boundary. The road then becomes Forest District Road 800. Stay on that for a short distance until you see the sign for Cayton Ranger Station then turn right.