Watkins Creek Trailhead

About Watkins Creek Trailhead

Watkins Creek Trailhead starts off with Trail #215, it is a trailhead that connects to three trail opportunites including: Trail #215 to #209 - Coffin Lake - A rountrip 10 mile out and back hike - Coffin Lake gains 1800 feet elevation beginning in an open meadow and gain elevation to the alpine lake. Trail #215 continues on and connects to the Continental Divide TrailA third choice is #215 to trail #209 which then connects to trail #216, West Fork of Watkins Creek leading to Sheep Lake. Sheep Lake can also be accessed through Trail #218 off Hwy 87.Refer to Forest Map and Motor Vehicle Use Map for foot and bicycle use in the area.

Plan Your Visit to Watkins Creek Trailhead

Heading to Watkins Creek Trailhead? 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

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)