If you are a native Coloradan, you may think that you have seen everything there is to see, which is why we are always looking for new and exciting places to feed your outdoor appetite! Today, we are exploring the very definition of a Colorado hidden gem, which is the nearly 120,000-acre Lost Creek Wilderness:

Nestled away near Bailey, the Lost Creek Wilderness is an expansive outdoor oasis that is not only jaw-dropping but full of every kind of outdoor activity you could ever want.
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Situated inside Pike National Forest, Lost Creek Wilderness - despite being only 60 miles away from Denver - will make you feel like you're a million miles away from everyone and everything, thanks to its stunning and unique landscape.
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What makes Lost Creek Wilderness so unique? It is thanks to its dramatic rock formations a la arches, domes, pinnacles, and knobs.
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If you love hiking or biking, you are going to go crazy for Lost Creek's miles of trails that meander through the valley and red rock formations.
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In addition to the trails, Lost Creek Wilderness also offers other outdoor recreation opportunities via rock climbing, cross-country skiing, bird and wildlife watching, and much more.
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What's a jaw-dropping outdoor oasis without camping? Lost Creek has that, too!
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Please note: permits to visit are required and can be found when entering the premise.
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Permits to enter Lost Creek Wilderness are free of charge!
To learn more about the Lost Creek Wilderness, please visit the U.S. Forest Service's website.
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Lost Creek Wilderness is open year-round.
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Lost Creek Wilderness, Bailey, CO 80421, USA