Jennings Creek Trailhead

Sawatch Range

Road Difficulty

3 Easy 4WD/AWD, good clearance

Location10,500 feet
38.60050, -106.27888

Driving Directions

Drive to the intersection of U.S. 285 and U.S. 50 in Poncha Springs. Go west on U.S. 50 for 6 miles and turn right on County Road (CR) 240. After 3 miles, CR 240 turns to dirt. Continue 0.6 mile to the Angel of Shavano trailhead, campground and picnic area. After the campground, the road turns to 4WD. Continue another 3.8 miles to reach the unmarked trailhead on the right. The total drive from U.S. 50 is approx. 7.6 miles. There's parking for 2 or 3 vehicles but you'll also find some pull-offs along the road, 0.25 mile below the trailhead and 0.4 mile above. Since the trailhead signs have been removed, it's easy to miss; Here are the coordinates: N 38.60050, W -106.27888

Trailhead Status Updates

Most Recent Update 7/4/2026:

Road is not as bad as others I've been on, HOWEVER, you definitely want to have high clearance and 4WD to feel anywhere near comfortable. Not many pull outs near the "trailhead" per se. There's a only couple of small spots near by for around x4 cars or so

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Winter Access

Closed over 5 miles below the TH.

Trailhead Facilities & Fees

Parking: 2-3 Vehicles can park right at the start of the trail. There are more pull-offs along the 4WD road.
Camping: Not many dispersed camping options along the 4WD road. Try the Angel of Shavano campground.
Restrooms: No
Fees: No

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