Haflin Creek Hike

Featuring gorgeous views of the surrounding San Juan Mountains, the Haflin Creek Hike is a great option if you are based in the Durango area and want to push yourself on a challenging route with fairly steep inclines along the trail.

Setting out from the trailhead, you will head to the southeast through the tree cover and into the rocky landscape of Haflin Canyon. Here, you will turn back to the north and begin climbing uphill, working your way through a series of steep switchbacks that will see you gain a lot of elevation above the canyon.

After working your way uphill along the banks of Haflin Creek and taking in the beautiful views of the canyon landscape surrounding you, you will make the final push uphill to the endpoint of the route at the junction with the Missionary Ridge Trail. Once you have taken in the views, carefully work your way back through the canyon along the same route to return to the trailhead.