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South Saint Vrain Trailhead

Ward, Colorado · Boulder County · Facility

The South Saint Vrain Trailhead is the trailhead for the east end of the South Saint Vrain Trail (#909). Parking is very limited, allowing room for only two or three vehicles.View an area map here.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at South Saint Vrain Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High78°F
Avg Low57°F
Peak Rain Chance33%
Humidity54%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality73 · Moderate
Today
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Overcast
75°/61°
💧 13%🌬 16mph
5:55 AM8:20 PM
Tue
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Rain
76°/57°
💧 16%🌬 16mph
5:56 AM8:20 PM
Wed
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Rain Showers
77°/56°
💧 33%🌬 12mph
5:57 AM8:19 PM
Thu
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Overcast
80°/55°
💧 20%🌬 13mph
5:58 AM8:18 PM
Fri
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Light Drizzle
80°/55°
💧 10%🌬 13mph
5:59 AM8:16 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About South Saint Vrain Trailhead

The South Saint Vrain Trailhead is the trailhead for the east end of the South Saint Vrain Trail (#909). Parking is very limited, allowing room for only two or three vehicles.View an area map here.

How to Get There

From Ward, drive 2.6 miles north on Colorado Highway 72 to County Road 96 (look for the Boy Scout Camp sign).The east end of the South Saint Vrain Trail is just across the bridge, close to Highway 72.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to South Saint Vrain Trailhead

Heading to South Saint Vrain Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for South Saint Vrain Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for South Saint Vrain Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/241190) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to South Saint Vrain Trailhead?

From Ward, drive 2.6 miles north on Colorado Highway 72 to County Road 96 (look for the Boy Scout Camp sign).The east end of the South Saint Vrain Trail is just across the bridge, close to Highway 72.