Rocky Mountain National Park's North Deer Mountain Trail

North Deer Mountain Trail

Description:
The North Deer Mountain Trail begins at its intersection with the Deer Mountain Trail just west of Estes Park at an elevation of 8,397 feet. It makes a semicircular path along the north facing slopes to intersect with the west end of the Deer Mountain Trail near the Deer Mountain Trailhead. This trail sees low usage levels.

The trail leaves the intersection with the Deer Mountain Trail on the east and heads northwest at a level walk. It follows the contour of the ridge around numerous draws and gulches above and to the south of the Fall River Valley. It passes through forests as well as open areas giving you great views of the Fall River Valley. The trail is fairly level all the way back to its intersection with the Little Horseshoe Park Trail, about 3.25 miles. From this intersection it turns south making a gentle climb along the edge of Little Horseshoe Park. It soon intersects the Deer Mountain Trail that then leads to the Deer Ridge Trailhead. The overall difficulty level for this trail is easy.

Features:

Length:	4.35 miles (7.0 kilometers)
Elevation Range:	8,356' - 8,941'
Elevation change:	1,292 feet
Season:	Jun 1 - Nov 1
Difficulty:	Easy to moderate
Use:	Low
USGS maps:	Estes Park
Trailheads:	Deer Ridge
Restrictions:	No pets are permitted
Suitable for mountain bikes:	No (not permitted)
Suitable for horses:	Yes

Vicinity Map

Altitude Profile

Directions:
The west end of the North Deer Mountain Trail can be accessed via the Deer Ridge Trailhead. Take Highway 36 about 3.4 miles from the Beaver Meadows Entrance to the trailhead located on the north side of the road. There is parking for 15 to 20 vehicles on the both sides of Highway 36.

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