San Luis Peak via Stewart Creek Trail
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Route Description for San Luis Peak via Stewart Creek Trail
Although it is geared towards more experienced hikers, the San Luis Peak via Stewart Creek Trail is one of the easier and more accessible routes that lead up to a fourteener in the San Luis Mountains. Featuring breathtaking alpine views and 1,053 m of elevation gain, this route will certainly get your heartrate up in more ways than one!
Setting out from the parking area, you will follow the trail to the southwest as it runs parallel to the banks of Stewart Creek. Here, you will continue along the water’s edge and gradually climb uphill through Stewart Gulch, taking some time to enjoy the beautiful mountain views as you work your way towards San Luis Peak.
Eventually, the trail will turn more to the south and steepen, turning back to the southwest as it takes you on the final rugged ascent of San Luis Peak. After reaching the summit at 4,268 m, you will be inundated with spectacular views that sweep across the San Juan Mountains and the rest of Colorado further afield. Once you have taken in the views, carefully make your way back down the same trail on the return to the trailhead.
Getting to the San Luis Peak via Stewart Creek Trail Trailhead
The starting point for the San Luis Peak via Stewart Creek Trail can be found at the Stewart Creek Trailhead on County Road 14DD.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
June-September
Pets allowed:
No
Family friendly:
No
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
San Luis Peak via Stewart Creek Trail Elevation Graph
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