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The status of many popular high elevation
4x4 trails in Colorado are listed below and are updated as the trails open
or close and as trail users contribute. The list includes some 2 wheel drive access roads. The voluntary
trail-status updates come from many sources, primarily individual trail riders plus the National Forest Service and
the BLM.
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notice. It is also subjective - a trail one person says is open, may be
considered too dangerous to travel by another.
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| TRAIL NAME |
NATIONAL FOREST NAME/ RANGER DISTRICT |
PHONE NUMBER |
STATUS |
DATE UPD. |
ALPINE TUNNEL
ROAD FSR 839 |
Gunnison/Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN **
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6/9/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/9/23 - Courtesy of the Silver Plume General Store once again. :)
** Alpine Tunnel Road FSR 839 is OPEN from the Pitkin end to approximately 10,850ft, just beyond Tunnel
Gulch and directly down below the Palaisades damaged road section. Trail is blocked by snow and a decent rock, see location image. Additional avalanche
paths can be seen further along the trail toward Middle Quartz Stage Road FSR 767.1B. We turned around given the weather.
- Snow is melting relatively fast, so watch this space.
- Looking directly uphill at the Palisades, we could see the snow has melted away up there. Rock wall fully clear of snow and doesn't
appear to have changed much from last year, from what we can tell down below here.
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| ALTA LAKES ROAD FSR 623 |
Uncompahgre GMUG
Norwood R District |
970-874-6600
970-327-426 |
OPEN
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|
6/24/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/24/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Trails Group, once again! :)
- Alta Lakes Road is OPEN for the 2023 season.
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AMPHITHEATER ROAD
FSR 855 / CR-16
8,472 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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5/23/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/23/23 - Courtesy of Ouray Ranger District. :)
- Amphitheater Road is OPEN for 2023, for access to Amphitheater Campground above Ouray town.
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ANIMAS FORKS
CR 9 /CR 2
11,160 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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7/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/28/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor, ALT2870. :)
- Animas Forks townsite remains accessible from all directions for 2023.
- Brief mid-Summer update. SJ CR-2 is in fair shape between Animas Forks and Eureka. Surface is rocks in packed dirt so not the fastest
trip. South of Eureka CR-2 continues to be well maintained though dusty.
5/27/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Lisa M. :)
- Animas Forks townsite remains OPEN via San Juan CR-2. Road can be busy, but always worth it!
5/14/23 - Courtesy of Jimmy S. @ San Juan Mtn Trails :)
- CR-2 to Animas Forks remains OPEN and, due to limited trails open, is popular. Be careful of oncoming traffic.
Still slippy in places.
- Road has been plowed thru to the intersection of California Gulch Road/West Fork Animas River Rd CR 9, next to William Duncan House west of the bridge over Animas
River.
- CR 2 has been plowed, yet icy/slippy, up to the intersection of San Juan County Road 5 which goes to Engineer. Awaiting
trail status reports beyond this intersection.
5/13/23 - Courtesy of Colin @ San Juan Mtn Trails :)
- San Juan County Road 2 now OPEN to Animas Forks, slippy in spots. All thanks to the efforts of San Juan County R& dozer driver Dave.
5/9/23 - Courtesy of the Mighty Max.
* San Juan County Road and Bridge dozer Dave is pushing thru heavy duty snow approaching Animas Forks. Should, fingers crossed no nasty slides,
reach Animas Forks this week. Watch this space for MM's update.
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ARGENTINE PASS
ROAD FSR 724.1
LEAVENWORTH CREEK ROAD
FSR 248.1
Start A. Pass Road 11,594 ft.
A. Pass 13,207 ft. |
White River NF Dillon R District |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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8/5/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 8/5/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor Jerry H. :)
- Leavenworth Creek Road FSR 248.1 is OPEN for 2023, all the way to McClellan Mtn. at 13,021 ft. There is no snow but the creek on
Waldorf Wagon Road had a lot of water and is fairly rough. Trail is nothing too difficult but it is one of the rockiest trails I ride.
- It looks like FSR 724.1 is all clear to Argentine Pass. Saw some vehicles headed up.
- We did see a moose on the way up and a goat at the top. Weather was perfect, no wind and sunny all morning. Make sure to visit the
Santiago Mine ruins, take nothing but pics and leave only footprints.
6/25/23 - Courtesy of Russ M. :)
** Leavenworth Creek Road FSR is wide OPEN to the Waldorf Mine, 39.637851, -105.766485, at the turn to Santiago Mine.
- The road beyond Waldorf Mine, named Argentine Pass Road FSR 724.1, is still filled with snow. For hikers only at this stage, beyond this point.
- The stream crossings on the lower road are a bit deep, but currently passable. 3rd gen 4Runner with 2.5 inch lift made it possible.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of no name given, trail driver.
- Leavenworth Creek Road FSR 248.1 is passable until the turn to Santiago Mill and McClellan Mountain.
- Stay away from the lower trail near Leavenworth creek - a lot of water going down.
- Trail needs to melt a lot more to travel up Argentine Pass Road FSR 724.1 beyond Waldorf Mine.
- Suggestion....... don't go it alone. Think of the company you'd be missing, LOL.
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| ASPEN RIDGE ROAD FSR 185 / CR 175 / BASSAM PARK CR187 |
San Isabel |
719-486-0749 |
OPEN
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6/24/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/24/23 - Courtesy of trail driver P U. :)
- Aspen Ridge Road remains OPEN and is totally dry. It is becoming dusty and a little more loose.
- The two major rock garden sections are more defind as the loose material has worn away.
5/19/23 - Courtesy of CORE :)
- Aspen Ridge Road FSR 185 CR 175 is OPEN.
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BALD MOUNTAIN TRAILS/ MT BALDY ROAD FSR 520/ 520.1/ 520.3/ 528.1b/ 528.2
Jnt Boreas PassRd CR10 10,086 ft.
Iowa Mill 11,239.
Carbonate Mine 12,127 ft.
High point Upper Mt Baldy Road 12,575 ft. |
White River/
Dillon Ranger Dist
Summit County |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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6/19/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District yet again!! :)
- Bald Mountain is OFFICIALLY OPEN for the 2023 season!
- No road conditions feedback as yet.
- In the know?? Share back!
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BALLARD ROAD
FSR 129 |
Canyon Lake Ranger District |
970-295-6700 |
CLOSED
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5/16/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/16/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District. :)
- Ballard Road remains CLOSED due to Cameron Peak Fire. No anticipated date of re-opening.
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| Bangs Canyon |
BLM |
Grand Junction |
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BARBOUR FORK ROAD
FSR 194.2
B Forks TH 8,490
Devils Spur T/H 10,482 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte |
970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
OPEN**
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11/10/16/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 11/10/23 - Courtesy of no name contributor (unverified)
- Although classed as open, the road is not passable.
11/10/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District :)
- Barbour Fork Road seasonally CLOSES on 12/15.
6/16/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District once again! :)
- Barbour Fork Road
FSR 194.2 gate has OPENED today for the 2023 season. Enjoy!
- Trail is supposedly clear of downed trees and limbs. Any updates on road condtions, people?? Share back! Post up fotos on Bushducks
FB Community page.
- REMINDER: Barbour Fork is no longer a loop trail!
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BAXTER PASS ROAD
Garfield CR 201 |
BLM Grand Junction
|
202-208-3801 |
OPEN
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5/30/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/30/23 - No name or photos offered. Meaniing unconfirmed update.
- Trail is OPEN.
- Expect rocks and even boulders on the trail.
- North side of the pass can be slick-as! Avoid travel in any rain.
- Know different? Share back to avoid others hitting issues with mud, washouts and river crossings.
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| Billings Canyon |
BLM |
Grand Junction |
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BILLINGS LAKE/
NORTH FORK S. ARKANSAS ROAD
CR 240.
Pride of the West Mine 12,011 ft.
Angel of Shavano
Camp 9,163 ft. |
Chaffee County/
Salida Ranger Dist |
719-539-4591
719-539-3591 |
OPEN
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|
6/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/26/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, CORE. :)
- North Fork S Arkansas Road FSR 240 is OPEN for the 2023 season all the way through to Billinga Lake. Know more about the surface of
the trail? Share back!
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BILL MOORE LAKE ROAD FSR 183.1 /
RED ELEPHANT HILL ROAD FRS 173.1A
BM Lake 11,348ft
Jnct FSR 183.1C
11,118 ft. |
Arapaho NF /
Clear Creek R Dist |
970-295-6600
303-567-4382 |
OPEN
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|
7/2/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/2/23 - Courtesy of trail drivers Wilson & Sylvia - Thanks guys! :)
- Yes, Bill Moore Lake trail and is OPEN for 2023 and yes, passable! We drove all the way to the lake at 11,334 ft, today. There is
only one small patch of passable snow. Well worth it.
- Connect with the Mount Flora hiking Trail #1978, a 3km climb to Mt. Flora along the CDT, Continental Divide Trail.
6/24/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Jonathan C., again! :)
- Bill Moore Lake Road is Not Open all the way. We got to within a mile of the lake before we hit snow.
- I've hit this trail at least once a year for the last 4 or 5. This year the trail is in by far it's worst shape that I have seen.
Nothing incredibly challenging but the entire trail has become incredibly rough and rocky. Where the whoops that used to be at the
begining are now just huge ruts. A purely stock vehicle may struggle a little with this trail now.
- When we hit the snow, we hiked the remaining mile to the lake. Lots of snow still and I bet it will be at least 3 or 4 weeks until
it is passable all the way to the lake.
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| BIRDEYE GULCH |
Pike/South Park
Leadville County |
719-836-2031 |
OPEN
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|
7/2/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/2/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Henry L. once again. Nice work Henry! :)
- Birdseye Gulch trail is OPEN for 2023, all the way to the top!
- There is a snow drift around 12,000' close to the top that was already bashed through and did not present any real difficulty going
accross.
- NOTE: The rocky water crossings mid-trail were only 12-18" deep. Enjoy, and hey, need to check the trail number on this. Anyone??
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BLACK BEAR PASS
FSR 648 &
FSR 823
BB Pass 12,840 ft |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-327-4835 |
CLOSED.
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8/14/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 8/14/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County Sheriff. :)
- Heads up. Black Bear Pass switchbacks claimed their first 'slip' vehicle today. Fortunately, a non-rollover situation with
recovery enacted to get it back on trail. With a back up of 'trapped' vehicles behind/above, this is a reminder of the risk of traveling
before the official OPEN classification is stated by the relevant road authority. Stay safe.
8/13/23 - Courtesy of avid trail travelers/contributors, Josh B. & KN G., once again. :)
- Black Bear Pass is Closed. San Miguel County R&B are still classifying
Black Bear Pass as CLOSED, as far as travelers being extremely careful if they chose to travel it before the county class it as OPEN. The
switchbacks being renouned for debris and washouts. Consider waiting until offically OPEN by the county.
- A group of volunteer 4-wheelers took to the snow blocking the trail to all 4-wheelers at 12,645 ft, on the western slope of Trico Peak.
Using a chainsaw and many shovels they put the effort in to clear a deep passage through the snow drift, to then travel on through it,
whilst staying the trail. This action helped curb off-trail
travel by some wheelers who chose to skirt around the snow drift by quite some distance, damaging vegetation and the reputation of all
who greatly appreciate the trail and surrounding environment. A report has gone through to the relevant body to assess and address
their actions.
- Primarily, enjoy and stay safe! And yeah, Stay-D-Trail, let's not Lose-d-Trail. Got recent photos of this trail - post up on Bushducks FB :)
8/11/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County R&B, yet again. :)
- San Miguel County, the Telluride side of Black Bear Pass, still lists Black Bear Pass as CLOSED on their side.
- San Juan County side opened up 7/29/23 to Black Bear Pass (summit.) See entries below.
- Deep snow drift reported the same day on the San Miguel County side of the summit, at 12,645 ft, remains in place in the west shadow
of Trico Peak at 37.905001, -107.742001. See entries below.
See location map
of drift. This icy capped drift is still not passable for 4-wheelers. Dirt bikes traversing this drift come close to traveling off the
trail. We all know the choice is ours to stick with the trail, or expect consequences where we're all tarred with the same brush of trail
misbehavior. Simple - choose or lose.
8/8/23 - Courtesy of trail scout, 4 & 2-wheelin', Josh B. :)
- Black Bear Road remains OPEN, to the same deep snow drift beyond the pass, as listed below on 7/31/23 and 7/29/23. Some dirt bikes are
managing to traverse this initial drift, but not an option for 4 wheelers at this stage. Gunna be a while.
7/31/23 - Courtesy of trail scout, 4 & 2-wheelin', Josh B. :)
- Motorcyles reported they made it over the snowfield blocking the trail in the west shadow of Trico Peak, on the San Miguel County/Telluride
side of Black Bear Pass. Snowfield location photo.
- None too surprising, the breathtaking Northwest facing switchback 'steps' leading down to Telluride, remain closed due to snow. Don't
hold your breath for a green light down to Telluride. Be sure to allow time to retrace your route back up over Black Bear Pass.
7/29/23 - Courtesy of several keen, snow-pushing drivers. :)
- Black Bear Road FSR 823 remains OPEN for 2023 from Red Mountain Pass on US Highway 550, on up through Mineral Basin
to Black Bear Pass at 12,840. The cutting shortly before the pass has been pretty much pushed thru too.
- Beyond the pass, dropping down into San Miguel County, the Telluride side, on FSR 648, is clear for a short distance down to 12,645
ft. at 37.905001, -107.742001,
where a large snowfield is blocking the trail in the western shadow of Trico Peak. Attempts have been made to push on through, yet
mother nature says, wait-up! This is before you get your first glimpse of Ingram Lake. Time to take a hike to check out the lake.
- Reminder to self: Stay-D-Trail, stick to the dirt and no bypassing snowdrifts on tundra, nor rock faces. Park up somewhwere safe on
the trail, and avail of the opportunity to get off our seat and take to our feet, to sample the breath taking vistas before vehicle
access is clear.
7/25/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County, again. :)
- Black Bear Pass still a No-Go-Thru trail for 2023, due to snow. Latest heads-up talks of snow just over the San Miguel County side of the
passs on this classic trail. Could be time to take a hike and enjoy the quiet trail, until mother nature relenquishes her hold. Overview of the
pass at Bushducks FB.
7/21/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County, once again. :)
- Black Bear Road still a No-Go-Thru vehicle trail for 2023. The pass is accessible on San Juan County side, FSR 823 yet no trail surface
condition updates as yet. The Pass is still blocked by snow on the San Miguel County/ Telluride side, FSR 648. Best not hold your breath
for Black Bear travel anytime soon. Fit, experienced hikers being the exception. Go foot power!
7/14/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor Brian H. :)
- From Ouray side, snow blocked road well short of Black Bear Pass pass. Did meet 2 dirtbikers who said they made it all the
way across from Telluride, but they said only dirtbike or foot travel could make it. Saw no sign of any dozer work up there. Best not
plan on traveling on 4 wheels here any time soon.
7/4/23 - Courtesy of several regualar trail-statu contributors, including Josh B. :)
- Black Bear Road remains deep under snow per hikers who have made their way in to view the classic areas. No talk of plows approaching
as yet. Watch this space as the counties have their hand full after an exceptional amount of snow throughout.
6/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County Road and Bridge. :)
- None too surprising, Black Bear Pass reamins CLOSED for now. Still early days here. Enjoy the anticipation.
6/9/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County Road and Bridge. :)
- You guessed it, BBP remains CLOSED. Way too early to expect a start on clearing this classic trail. Check back later, much later.... ;)
5/15/23
- For those who are champing at the bit - hold up. It's only mid-May, nowhere near opening day for this classic, high altitude,
spine chilling trail. To field questions coming thru, see Joe W's San Juan Mtn Trails FB photo 5/15/23. Indicative of progress-not! :)
- Conversely, in 2022 Black Bear Pass opened to the world on July 2.
- Wind-back further, 2021 to see San Miguel County dozer
doing a rather scary job of pushing on down thru the switchbacks on BBP late June 2021. Hats off to those dozer drivers who will be
doing exactly that incredible job once again in 2023!!
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BLACKTAIL CREEK/ RADIUM ROAD
FSR 212.1 |
Routt Nat Forest
Yampa R District |
307-745-2300
970-638-4516 |
OPEN**
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6/20/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/20/23 - Courtesy of Yampa Ranger District. :)
** Blacktail Campground is OPEN for 2023.
** No trail status updates on Radium Road FSR 212.1, running south from the campground.
- Know better? Share/submit!
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BLOWOUT PASS /
East Fork Pinos Road FR 329 /
Spring Creek Road 280 /
Pinos Creek Road #14 /
Dry Creek Road
FSR 264
B. Pass 11,774 ft. |
Rio Grande NF/
Divide Ranger Dist |
719-852-5941
719-657-3321 |
OPEN
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7/1/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/1/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Jeremiah C. :)
- Blowout Pass remains OPEN, clear and dry all the way. Only a small spot of mud right at the top.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Conejos Ranger Dist. :)
- Spring Creek Road FSR 280 / Blowout Pass is OPEN for 2023. * Trail surface status unknown. Be prepared to turn back.
- Bolita Road FSR 334 is OPEN. * Trail surface status unknown. Be prepared to turn back.
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| BOLAM PASS/ HERMOSA PARK ROAD FSR 578 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
Columbine Ranger Dist /
Dolores Ranger Dist |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN**
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7/2/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/2/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Kevin B. :)
** Bolam Pass is OPEN for 2023 all the way, for high clearance capable vehicles ONLY.
- Snow at the top can be navigated. There is a snow berm that must be crossed a couple miles west of the summit. Non 4x4, or low
clearance vehicles, will likely high center and be stuck. Best not to attempt unless in a capable vehicle.
- Best keep in mind that there is snow at summit and west side. 2 creek crossings on the east side with a fair amount of water still.
6/5/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District, yet again! :)
- Hermosa Park Road FSR 578 to Bolam Pass is OPEN to snow. No trail-surface, or snow blockage status as yet. Know better? Post up on BUshducks FB :)
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District. :)
- Hermosa Park Road FSR 578 is CLOSED due to snow. Mile 0.4 - 25.3 knocking out access to Bolam Pass.
- Opening date TBD.
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BOREAS PASS
Summit Co CR 10
Park County CR 33
Jnct Bald Mt Rd FSR 520 10,086ft
B. Pass 11,482 ft.
Como Cem 9,923ft |
White River/
Dillon Ranger Dist
Summit County
& Park County |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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6/21/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/21/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Chris K! :)
- Boreas Pass Road remains OPEN all the way!
- The trail is slightly rougher on the Como side than the Breckenridge side, but it is doable by most stock 2WD vehicles. Suggest
keeping the weather in mind when hitting lesser challenging trails such as this.
- Reminder: Highway legal vehicles only permitted. No ATVs, unlicensed motorcycles, or snowmobiles. OHVs are not permitted on
this road. NO G4 U GO .... and enjoy! :)
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger Distrct, thank U!! :)
- Boreas Pass is OPEN to the public for the 2023 season!!
- Reminder: this means highway legal vehicles. No ATVs, unlicensed motorcycles, or snowmobiles. OHVs are not permitted on
this road.
- Been thru since OPENING 2023?? Shoot back road conditions
and post up fotos on Bushducks Community FB
6/14/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler/contributor Liza M. :)
- Not Boreas Pass, but worth celebrating nearby OPENINGS by the forest rangers today in Pike Nat Forest at the Jefferson
Lake Rec Area - OPEN for 2023!
** Beaver Creek Road FSR 123 thru to Hall Valley Road FSR 120 OPEN for 2023!
- Trail conditions in this Jefferson and Lininger Lakes area have yet to come thru. Been here?? Share back!
5/26/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District again. :)
- Boreas Pass remains CLOSED to snow. Watch this space, with patience......
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District :)
- Boreas Pass Road, Summit CR 10, Park CR 33, is CLOSED.
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BREAKNECK
& BROWNS PASSES
FSR 175 & 176
BK Pass 10,914 ft.
Browns Pass 11,374 ft. |
Pike/Fairplay |
719-836-2031 |
OPEN
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6/15/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/15/23 - Courtesy of anonymous trail traveler. :)
- Trail is OPEN for 2023. No trail surface conditions as yet. Been here? Feedback welcomed! Photos too.
5/4/23 - Courtesy of Gabour K. & Mile High Jepp Club. :)
- MHJC have scheduled to clean up loop trail of Browns Pass FSR 176 and Breakness Pass FSR 175, for opening on June 15.
- Pre-opening clean up by MHJC members is anticipated to commence June 10.
- Hats off to MHJC members participating in this 2023 adopt-a-trail effort! Here's wishing them a successful and safe trail clean-up, club run.
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BROWN MOUNTAIN ROAD
FSR 884 / CR 20 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-327-4835 |
OPEN
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6/7/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/7/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road R&B :)
- Brown Mountain Road is OPEN for 2023. Enjoy! Nice work Ouray County R&B!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road R&B :)
- Brown Mountain remains CLOSED to snow. Watch this space.
5/15/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Brown Mountain Road FSR 884 remains CLOSED to snow.
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BULL PARK ROAD
FSR 376.A |
Pikes Peak Ranger Dist |
719-636-1602 |
CLOSED?
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6/3/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/3/23
- No confirmed updates on Bull Park Road status for 2023. Got info? Share back!
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Back in 2020 Bull Park Road FSR 376.A was reported as OPEN on Aug 15.
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BUNCE SCHOOL TRAIL SYSTEM
FSR 115 & FSR 105
FSR 202 & FSR 203
IRONCLADS ROAD FSR 216.1 |
Boulder |
303-541-2500 |
OPEN
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6/5/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/5/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District. :)
- Bunce School Trail system is OPEN.
- FSR 115, FSR 105, FSR 216, FSR 217, FSR 213, CR 105, Bunce School Road 105 are all OPEN for 2023 season.
5/19/23 - Courtesy of CORE :)
- Bunce School Road: awaiting update, confirmation as Boulder Ranger Dist lists FSR 105 due to open 6/15/23. Photos anyone?
- Ironclads Road FSR 216.1 is also reported as OPEN, despite Boulder Ranger District listing access not due to open until 6/15/23.
Again, photos anyone??
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CALAMITY MESA
BLM 867/ 875/ 877 |
BLM Grand Junction |
(970) 244-3000 |
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CALIFORNIA GULCH
CR 9.
Animas Forks Junct CR9 & CR2
10,998 ft.
Frisco Mill/ Bagley Tunnel 11,438 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
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CALIFORNIA PASS
CR 19
Mountain Queen Mine 12,781 ft.
C. Pass 12,960 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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7/4/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/4/23/23 - Courtesy of avid contributor Liza M. again! :)
- California Pass and Hurricane Pass remain OPEN as part of one delightful loop. No such luck for Poughkeepsie Gulch Road due to mother
nature keeping her cool. Bad pun.
- Enjoy Lisa's 4th July 2023 foto of frozen Lake Como, from half way between the passes, up on Bushducks FB.
6/28/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails driver Ruth H and also Robert A. Thanks for sharing people! :)
- San Juan County county R&B has cleared thru California Pass which is now OPEN for the 2023 season.
- Travel from Animas Forks on over to Ironton, via CR-19, CR-10, CR-11 and CR-20A and vise versa, is back on the cards for 2023!
- Kudos to San Juan and neighboring county Ouray R&B departments! We can now travel up from Animas Forks at 11,200 ft, continue on over California Pass at 12,950 ft, swing on
down to the west for a birdseye view of Lake Como, wrap up and around Hurricane Pass at 12,730 ft then run down to connect thru to
recently OPENED Corkscrew Gulch FSR 886/CR-20A via Corkscrew Pass at 12,231 ft, to drop on down to Million Dollar Highway 550 at
Ironton, 9,847 ft. Enjoy!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- California Pass CR 19 remains CLOSED. Plowing has not yet commenced.
5/15/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B + San Juan Mtn Trails :)
- California Pass San Juan CR 19 remains CLOSED due to snow. Dozer approaching, awaiting progress report update.
- CR 2, east end of CR 19, plowed thru and trafficable to Animas Forks from Silverton.
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CARIBOU CREEK
FSR 505.1,
CR 116J, CR 128J |
Arapho-Roosevelt/ Boulder Ranger Dist |
970-295-6600
303-541-2500 |
CLOSED
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6/5/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/5/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District. :)
- Opening date of June 15 remain the same: Caribou FSR 505, Boulder County Road 128J and Pomeroy Mountain Road FSR 116J.1 are still CLOSED for now.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District. :)
- Caribou FSR 505, Boulder County Road 128J and Pomeroy Mountain Road FSR 116J.1 remain CLOSED. Anticipated opening date is June 15, 2023.
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| CEMENT CREEK ROAD FSR 740 |
Gunnison/Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
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| CHALK MOUNTAIN FSR 134 |
Leadville Ranger District |
719-486-0749 |
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CHIHUAHUA GULCH ROAD
FSR 263
10,467 ft to 11,333 ft.
CHIHUAHUA LAKE HIKING TRAIL #78 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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6/20/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/20/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Bruce F. :)
- Trail is OPEN for 2023 all the way up.
- No snow! Water not high at all; much the same as always.
- Hiking trail, Chihuahua Lake Trail #78, continues on from the top end of this 4x4 trail. The 1.5 mile hike rewards you with a
striking lake at 11,883 ft
set in a bowl towered over by Grizzlly Peak (13,333 ft) on the Continental Divide. Awesome wrap around views include Torreys Peak
14,275 ft; Ruby Mountain 13,228 ft; Santa Fe Peak 13,130 ft. and more. Enjoy!
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CHINAMAN (YANSING) GULCH
BLM 6044 / CARNAGE CANYON TRAIL BLM 6043 |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591 |
OPEN
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4/8/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 4/8/23 - Courtesy of Monica at TrailDamage.
- Yansing Gulch BLM 6044, known as Chinaman Gulch until summer 2022, is OPEN. Enjoy the drive!
- Carnage Gulch is also OPEN.
- Name change to BLM 6044 chosen by the U.S. Board of Geographic Names, retains the character of this classic trail which we've all known as
Chinaman Gulch for decades. Yansing, a Chinese word refering to one's power within, one's ability to achieve great things, was chosen
to reflect the stamina, hurdles achieved, the sheer drive of the Chinese railroad workers who accomplished so much in pushing thru
the railroads in the surrounding challenging terrain. Hats off to those people who put their backs into it!
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CHINA WALL / BOX ROAD.
FSR 212 /FSR 204
Junct FSR 212 &
CR-77 8,772 ft.
China Wall crest 9,010 ft. |
Pike NF/
South Park R. Dist
Park County |
719-836-2031 |
OPEN **
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11/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 11/26/23 - Unconfirmed trail driver J.D. :)
** Trail was covered in light snow. Bring a buddy. Expect a challenge.
6/15/23 - Courtesy of trail driver and regular contributor Liza M.in conversation with NF. :)
- Three crews from the South Park Ranger Disrict heading up CR-77 around noon today, to swing OPEN the gates on China Wall for the
2023 season. Yay!
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CHINNS LAKE ROAD
FSR 174.1D
RAINBOW ROAD FSR 174
Chinns Lake 11,052 ft.
Junct FSR 174 10,405 ft. |
Clear Creek R. Dist
Clear Creek County |
303-567-3000 |
OPEN**
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6/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/25/23 - Courtesy of Andrew D. :)
** Chinns Lake Road is passable until about 1/8th mile from the lake.
- There is a large snow drift, about 10 feet deep, 1/8th mile before you reach the lake. I suspect it will be another few weeks before
this clears..
6/17/23 - No name, no fotos given. ** Unconfirmed upate.
** I made it up Rainbow Road FSR 174 approaching Fall River Reservoir. Too much snow to continue.
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Cinnamon Gulch
FSR 262.1 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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CINNAMON PASS
San Juan CR 5
Hinsdale CR 30
Pass 12,640 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
BLM/Gunnison |
970-240-5300
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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7/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/28/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver, regular contributor, ALT2870, yet again. :)
- Fun trip on Cinnamon Pass today. Started on the Lake City side and cruised up in relative short order to American Basin turnoff, Hinsdale
CR-12. Some slight obstacles to navigate but nothing extraordinary. As long as you have 4x4/AWD with some good clearance should be a
nice drive. (Saw an Outback on the Animas Forks side.) Snow is pretty much gone and not a factor where it is present.
5/28/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Lisa M. :)
- Cinnamon Pass was an awesome ride today. OPEN both ways. See high snow overhangs on trail in Lisa's foto.
5/27/23 - Courtesy of Lake City Tourism :)
- Cinnamon Pass Lake City CR-30 / Shelf Road is also now OPEN to the summit for 2023. So yes, this is a thru route now, so beware
of oncoming vehicles.
5/24/23 - Courtesy of M.M. in his newly acquired Messenger II. It's a San Juan thing! If U no..... ;)
- Cinnamon Pass remains OPEN form the San Juan side. Hinsdale County are not far behind from their side.
5/21/23 - Courtesy of trail driver James W @ San Juan Mtn Trails Group :)
- Cinnamon Pass is OPEN for 2023!
- San Juan CR 5 has been plowed right thru to Cinnamon Pass at 12,640ft. Snow overhangs on the road, blowing snow,
but so good to be back up here!
- Hats off to San Juan County R&B dozer drivers!!
- No access via Hinsdale CR 30 from Lake City end by latest report. Gate is CLOSED, but yet to be confirmed.
- If U know, U know to share back! :)
5/11/23 - Courtesy of the Mighty Max :)
* San Juan County R&B dozer Dave continues to push on past Animas Forks working his way up Cinnamon Pass on SJ CR 5.
* Hinsdale County Road and Bridge dozers are pushing on up toward Cinnamon Pass from their side on Hinsdale CR 30. At a rough,
very rough guess, Hinsdale could reach the pass in two weeks time. Watch this space.
5/9/23 - Courtesy of the Mighty Max :)
- Hinsdale County Road & Bridge dozers are pushing up Cinnamon Pass from the lower level. Long way to go in the snow, but hey, every day pushing snow counts.
Nice work you dozer drivers!
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CLEAR LAKE ROAD
FSR 815 /
SOUTH MINERAL ROAD FSR 585/CR7 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
585 OPEN
815 OPEN
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7/14/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/14/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor Brad M. :)
- Clear Lake Road FSR 815 is OPEN for 2023 all the way to the last lake. Enjoy!
6/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B, yet again! :)
- Clear Lake Road CR-19 / FSR 815 is still classed as CLOSED. At the same time, the County states it can be driven 1/2 mile from lake.
Be sure to adhere to any closure signs.
6/5/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District, yet again! :)
- South Mineral Road FSR 585 is OPEN. Surface status unknown. Post up if you know better.
- Clear Lake Road FSR 815 is OPEN to snow. Got more details? Submit your observations.
- Both FSR 585 and 815 roads are not gated; therefore are not regularly monitored. FS suggests you call (970) 884-2512 for the most
up-to-date information. Learn more? Submit you observations at above link.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Clear Lake FSR 815 remains CLOSED. Clearing has not yet commenced.
- South Mineral Road FSR 585 /San Juan CR-7 remains OPEN as far as Ice & Island Lake Trailhead #505.
5/6/23 - Courtesy of Dale H. @ San Juan Trails Group :)
- South Mineral Road FSR 585 is OPEN. Cleared as far as the South Mineral Campground and Ice Lake Trailhead #505. Campground not open yet.
- Clear Lake Road FSR 815 remians CLOSED to snow.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District.
- South Mineral Creek Road FSR 585 currently Mud and Snow.
- Clear Lake Road FSR 815 remains CLOSED to snow.
4/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B & San Juan Mountain Trails Group :)
- Clear Lake Road FSR 815 still CLOSED to snow.
- South Mineral Road, FSR 585, cleared of snow by dozer approx 1 mile in from Million Dollar Hwy 550.
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CLOHESY LAKE 4WD ROAD
FSR 381
9,928 up to 10,881 ft |
Leadville Ranger District |
719-486-0749 |
OPEN
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5/19/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/19/23 - Courtesy of Leadville Ranger District. :)
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CONEY FLATS/CREEK ROAD
FSR 507.1
Beaver Reservoir Rd CR96 9,082 ft
Coney Flats T/H & Coney Creek crossing 9,781 ft.
Junct Middle St. Vrain Road
FSR 114.1
9,604 ft. |
Arapho-Roosevelt/ Boulder Ranger Dist |
970-295-6600
303-541-2500 |
CLOSED
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11/4/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 11/4/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, Adam M. :)
- Coney Flats/Creek 4WD Road FSR 507.1 is now CLOSED for the season. The gate at Beaver Reservoir is CLOSED and LOCKED.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of long time contributor, Adam M. and newcomer busy-contributor Zac B. :)
- The Coney Flats/Creek Road is OPEN for 2023, all the way to Coney Creek Crossing.
- Hats off to the Trail Ridge Runners who worked in association with the FS
to open this and more trails in this Coney Flats region!!
- Three small trees were cut to open the trail. A few trees standing at angles above the road are in line for removal by the FS if
not already addressed by trail appreciators.
- Water holes and puddles are full due to lots of spring 2023 rains. Stay-D-Trail.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger Distr :)
- Coney Flats / Creek Road and adjacent trail Middle St. Vrain are CLOSED. Anticiapted opening date is June 15, 2023.
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COON HOLLOW
BLM Route #282
Start - Junction 282 & V2/10 north of Pyramid Rock: 5,207ft.
End 7,118ft @ top of Coon Hollow next to South Shale Ridge. |
BLM Grand Junction |
303-239-3600 |
OPEN
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5/21/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/21/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Jeffrey W. :)
- Coon Hollow BLM 282 out of De Beque is OPEN and CLEAR right to the overlook at the top. Check out
Bushducks FB Coon Hollow overlook foto.
- Access the trail via V2/10 Road heading West SW out of De Beque. Trail starts 3.3 miles out at the junction of BLM Route #282.
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CORKSCREW GULCH / PASS FSR 886 / Ouray County Road 20A &
San Juan CR 11 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
BLM/Gunnison |
970-240-5300
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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6/24/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/24/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B yet again!! :)
- Corkscrew Gulch OPENED for 2023 today!
- Full kudos to Ouray County dozer drivers Rich and Ben for popping the top out of Corkscrew; for their determination to push on
through an inconceivable amount of snow to expose the switchback trail we all love, hidden far below the surface.
- Enjoy and share-back current trail conditions: Submit.
Post up photos on Bushducks FB
6/22/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Chad Blank :)
- Corkscrew Gulch Road is clear to the first switchback on the last aspect to the top of the pass.
- Ouray County R&B equipment is parked at the switchback. There is a lot of snow on the remaining ascent of the trail to the pass at
12,140 ft. Hats off to he the R&B dozer people, they have their work cut out for them again this year! Check out latest Corkscrew
snow-clearing video thru Bushducks FB.
- Trail is already dusty at times, yet wet, snowy and ice in some places. Plan your trip with the weather in mind.
6/21/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B once again! :)
- Corkscrew Gulch Ouray County side, snow removal progress update: Serious deep snow clearing, like 50 feet deep, continues by Ouray
County dozer drivers Ben and Rich. Finding the actual surface of the road under such an enormous amount of snow is quite an art.
- See Ben and Rich do their thang in a video link within Bushducks FB update. Hats off to R&B!
6/15/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B. :)
** Corkscrew Pass is OPEN on the San Juan County side CR-11. Ouray County continues to work on clearing avalanche paths.
6/8/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Dan G. :)
** I made it up to the last switchback of Corkscrew FSR 886 on the Silverton side today. I was the only tracks other than the
dozer.
- The trail is generally clear up to the top switchback. The last switchback was freshly dozed and not melted much yet. Fair amount
of water on the trail as snow continues to melt in the upper switchbacks. Watch this space with patience, as dozer drivers do their
thing. Stay safe people!
6/7/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Snow clearing dozer work continues on Corkscrew Gulch Ouray CR-20A. Watch this space as the dozer team approach the summit slowly....
5/30/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Ouray County R&B dozer drivers Kelly and Rich are busy pushing on up thru Corkscrew Gulch, (Drone snow plow foto at NW foot of Red Mtn #1) at times clearing over 40 feet deep
snow banks. Latest report indicates they are close to the pass. Nice work, people! Check out the amount of snow in Ouray's FB video
in association with KLJ Engineering drone footage.
5/25/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Ouray County Dozers are at it again. Pushin' and shovin' much snow off Corkscrew! No dozing at the wheel for these drivers going
full-on for Memorial Day 2023! Watch this space, better still, watch Ouray County FB dozer action.
5/11/23 - Courtesy of MM, San Juan County's dozer driver of 33 years! Now Retired.
- MM's replacement dozer driver Rusty, is headed on up Corkscrew Gulch. Being the new kid on the roads, no ETA for topping out.
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COTTONWOOD PASS
CR 209/CR 306
12,126 ft.
SOUTH COTTONWOOD (MINERAL BASIN) ROAD FSR 344 &
GRASSY GULCH ROAD FSR 349 |
San Isabel/Salida NF
Gunnison County R&B /
Chaffee County R&B |
719-539-3591
970-641-0044
719-539-4591 |
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COMMENTS:
| 7/8/23 - Courtesy of trail-status gurus CORE, yet again. Thank you peeps! :)
- South Cottonwood Road FSR 344 which runs right on up by Mineral Basin is now OPEN for 2023 all the ways up to the old mine site
located in the shadows of Emma Burr Mtn. Trail displays tracks that have been recently pushed through by others across some remaining
snow before we arrived. Anyone help with the name of the old mine? Pleeze??
- Grassy Gulch 4WD Road FSR 349, a trail off the upper reaches South Cottonwood/Mineral Basin Road FSR 344, is now OPEN for 2023,
yet still has two drifts covering the trail before you reach the overlook (stunning vista over Ptarmigan Lake on over the summit, did we
say, stunning?) further on up Jones Mtn. Expect these drifts will last a week or so more. Below the intersection with hiking trail
Ptarmigan Lake Trail #1444, Grassy Gulch 4WD Road is clear all the way.
- Ptarmigan Lake is yeah, totally free of ice now. Ride the trails, hike the trails, enjoy!
6/26/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Wes T. :)
* CHAFFEE CR-346,
off Cottonwood Pass CR-306, running up Ptarmigan Creek toward Ptarmigan Lake, has snow at 11,300 ft. Riding a dirt bike I was then
blocked by a larger amount of snow at 11,600 ft. The trail is shaded by trees on all sides, so not melting anyway fast.
- Both the end of the main road CR-306 and Ptarmigan Lake hiking/biking Trail #1444,
are blocked by snow at about the same elevation.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of long time, avid trail-status contributor, CORE. :)
- South Cottonwood/Mineral Basin FSR 344 remains OPEN. Slow going by the time we reached 10,800ft cutting through 2 feet of snow,
clearing a large tree and getting into deeper and slower going snow with chains fitted as we near 11,000 ft. Time to turn around again
before the junction with Atlantic Mound Road FSR 344.G. Snow is too deep to continue tackling upward.
- We also attempted Grassy Gulch 4WD Road FSR 349 today. This trail runs off South Cottonwood/Mineral Basin Road FSR 344 and
heads up toward Ptarmigan Lake below Jones Mountain. We made it over the creek and immediately entered deep snow on the trail.
Going by lack of tire prints we were the first to attempt this. Slow progress for a lifted rig, for most of a mile, reaching only
11,200ft before we ripped a hole in a tire. Plugged it, aired up and continued in the deep snow, but only up to 11,300 where we
called it a day after some winching to reach a place to turn around. Three feet of snow, too deep for worthwhile progess.
5/29/23 - Courtesy of long-time, avid trail-status contribuutor, Josh B. :)
- I can confirm Cottonwood Pass being fully OPEN for 2023. Enjoy the added access to the mountains!
5/26/23 - Courtesy of Chaffee & Gunnison County R&B :)
- Cottonwood Pass due to OPEN Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 4:00p.m.
- Expect wet and icy spring conditions!
5/2/23 - Courtesy of CORE Keep Trails Open. :)
- South Cottonwood Road FSR 344 is OPEN to Green Timber Trailhead for another 1.5 miles with heavy snow on the road.
4/24/23 - Courtesy of Gunnison County Road & Bridge & CDOT.
- Cottonwood Pass remains CLOSED.
- Seasonal closure until May 30, 2023.
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COW CREEK
FSR 857 / CR 12
Junction with Oben Creek: 8,400 ft. |
Uncompahgre /
Ouray County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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5/22/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/22/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B and trail-driver George S. :)
- Cow Creek Road CR-12/FSR 857, now officially classed as OPEN to Red Creek crossing per County R&B, which matches trail driver
George S's observations on the ground two days ago, see below. Nice!
- If contemplating traveling to the full length of the trail, best read George's description below.
5/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver George S. :)
- Cow Creek Road Ouray Ranger Dist FSR 857 is listed as CLOSED by Ouray R&B 5/19/23. On 5/20/23 the road is OPEN all the way.
- The first crossing of Cow Creek at around 7,580 ft, is flowing pretty heavily and was about 24" at its deepest.
- The second creek crossing, up at Red Creek is a bit washed out and demands a pretty aggressive entry/exit angle. I'm in a Jeep JLU on
38s and I smacked my rear bumper on the way back out.
- Road ends at 8,400 ft at junction of Cow and Oben Creeks, at the start of Cow Creek Hiking Trail #220.
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Crooked Creek
FSR 194 / 669 |
Pike/South Park |
719-836-2031 |
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CUMBERLAND GULCH /
CUMBERLAND ROAD
FSR 271.1 |
Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
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CUMBERLAND PASS FSR 765
C Pass 12,021 ft. |
Gunnison Nat Forest
Gunnison R District
Gunnison County |
970-641-0471
970-641-0044 |
OPEN
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6/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/28/23 - Courtesy of trail contributor Jake A. :)
- Cumberland remains OPEN. Didn't run into any blockage, washouts, or mud holes. Easy drive from Yankee Hill to the bottom.
6/21/23 - Courtesy of avid contributor Marcus T. at CORE, yet again!! :)
- Cumberland Pass is now OPEN all the way, both sides are open making this a thru route for 2023.
- We tagged along with the shovel crew from Silver Plume and Pitkin and manually cut the drifts back enough for a full-size vehicle
(Jeeps) to complete the full pass.
- You may experience some degree of Colorado pin-stripping on the Pitkin side due to a slight deviation in the trail moving over to the
lower main road, versus the main road route. Pretty tight, pretty brushy, a challenge not to get pin-stripping in full sized vehicles,
Jeeps.
- FYI, no big trucks or duellys yet, but hey, watch this space. Hats off to the diligent shovel crew!
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Silver Plume General Store once again!! :)
- Coming from Pitkin Cumberland Pass Road FSR 765 is OPEN for 2023 to top at 12,015 ft!!
- A team of shovel-pushers turned up to dig through the remaining snow drift
to sweat it out and reach the pass. Well done people! Soon it will be a through route to Tincup. Thank you all for your efforts!
5/23/23 - Courtesy of Silver Plume General Store :)
- Cumberland Pass Road FSR 765 is OPEN from Pitkin for 2023!
- Trail is passable to junction wiith Halls Gulch Road FSR 766.
See snow patched trail on Bushducks FB. Cumberland is snowed in to the north, past this point. Watch this space.
- Halls Gulch has 2 feet snow near turn off Cumberland Road.
- Middle Quartz Creek Road FSR 767 off Cumberland is OPEN. Trail does have numerous small drifts and one large one. All is
melting.
- Waunita Pass Road FSR 763 to the south of Pitkin is also OPEN.
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CUNNINGHAM GULCH
San Juan CR 4
Highland Mary Lakes TH 10,830ft |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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7/8/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/8/23 Courtesy of Hardrock 100 Runners volunteers! :)
- Cunningham Gulch CR-4 remains OPEN.
- Hardrock 100 Runners volunteer group have cleared the snow drift blocking the upper reaches of the trail by shovel, so the annual
endurance run could get through. Nice work, people!
7/6/23 Courtesy of regular contribuor Josh B., yet again :)
** The upper reaches of Cunningham Gulch CR-4 are still blocked off by avalanches. With so much snow to cater for, San Juan County R&B
may be battling to clear this one out, so best bring shovels and energy. Alternatively, enjoy the hike to Highland Mary Lakes CDT Loop
from a lower elevation starting point.
6/4/23 Courtesy of trail driver Chris B. :)
** Cunningham Gulch SJ CR-4 is still not OPEN to Highland Mary, (beyond CR-3 around 10,500ft)
5/15/23 Courtesy of SJ trail expertise Michael M. :)
** Cunningham Gulch/Creek San Juan CR-4 is OPEN as far as the intersection for Stony Pass CR3.
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Dakan Mountain Road
FSR 563 |
Pike/Fairplay
South Platte Ranger Dist |
719-836-2031
303-275-5610 |
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DEER CREEK /
MONTEZUMA DEER CREEK ROAD FSR 5
Junct Webster Pass Rd 10,525 ft
Teller Mountain 12,602 ft |
White River/Dillon
Park County |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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8/22/23 |
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| 8/22/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor, Josh B. :)
- Montezuma-Deer Creek Road FSR 5.1 is OPEN for 2023.
- FYI, the entire Montezuma-Breck-Jefferson group of trails are all 100% OPEN, Red Cone, St John's, Radical, Deer Creek, The Swans, etc.
6/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Bruce F. :)
- The gate remains CLOSED here. Took a hike up the trail, but gave up after a while due to too much snow. I suspect it will be a while before this is clear.
Watch this space.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District, yet again! :)
- Deer Creek Road FSR 5 remains CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
6/9/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor and trail-rider Josh B. :)
- - NF sign indicates Deer Creek Road as being CLOSED, but the gate is open. You can't get far beyond the gate, so perhaps don't trust
an open gate in this case.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Gate remains CLOSED as little change in snow pack. Watch this space, but best not expect much change for Memorial Day. Sigh!
5/17/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Deer Creek Road FSR 5 is now officially signposted as being CLOSED to all motorised vehicles.
5/20/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District :)
** Deer Creek Road FSR 5 is ONLY OPEN to over-snow vehicles that hold state registration. Status of trail
undertermined. Share back info/fotos if U go :)
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| DEMOCRAT MOUNTAIN ROAD FSR 778.1 |
Arapaho/Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
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DEVIL'S CANYON
FSR 246
SQUAW PASS (Mestaaehehe) ROAD
Hwy 103 9,895 ft
Devils Canyon TH 10,441 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/
Clear Creek R.D. |
970-468-5400
303-567-3000 |
OPEN
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6/17/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/17/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District once again!! :)
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Devil's Canyon Loop FSR 246.1 gate is OPEN for the 2023 season!!!
- Road has been cleared of felled trees and ready for enjoyment by all.
- Reminder: Pack-in, Pack-out! Stay-D-Trail! Drown-D-Campfire!
5/4/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger Dist. :)
- Devil's Cayon FSR 246 remains CLOSED.
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DEXTER CREEK ROAD
FSR 871 / CR-14
8,063 up to 9,290 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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6/13/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/13/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B, again! :)
- Dexter Road remains OPEN to Horsethief Trailhead #215. Take the hike to enjoy stunning views once the trail opens up above the woods,
leading on to aptly named Bridge of Heaven.
5/23/23 - Courtesy of Ouray Ranger District. :)
- Dexter FSR 871 is OPEN to Horsethief trailhead.
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| Dolores Point |
BLM |
Grand Junction |
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EAGLE ROCK/
LA GARITA ROAD FSR 670
CANADA ANCHO ROAD 670.2B |
Rio Grande/
Divide Ranger District |
719-657-3321
719-657-3321 |
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| Eldorado Mountain |
Boulder |
303-65533;541-2500 |
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ELWOOD PASS /
East Fork Rd
FSR 667 &
FSR 380
E Pass 11,650 ft. |
Rio Grande/Conejos
San Juan/Pagosa |
719-274-8971
970-264-2268 |
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7/4/23 |
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| 7/4/23 - Courtesy of No-Name trail-status contributor. Bushducks and followers would be happy to hear of your
first name at least. :)
- Elwood Pass is OPEN for 2023. No further detail as yet. Happy to receive and share more!
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7/1/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Jeremiah C. :)
- Elwood Pass east side, (FSR 380.5A where it leaves FSR 380) is clear of snow. *We didn't go down trail, however.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of thoughtful contributor Jeremiah C. :)
- Elwood Pass is blocked by snow at the start of FSR 380.5A where it leaves FSR 380 on the east side of the pass.
- FSR 380 is also blocked about 800 yards past the intersection of FSR 380 and FSR 380.5A
6/6/23 - Courtesy of Conejos NF. :)
- Elwood Pass FSR 380 & FSR 380.5A & Elwood Pass Cabin FSR 380.5C have been re-assessed and are classed as CLOSED by snow.
- South Mountain Road FSR 380.3C has also been re-assessed and is classed as CLOSED by snow.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Conejos NF. :)
- Elwood Pass FSR 380 & FSR 380.5A & Elwood Pass Cabin FSR 380.5C are OPEN.
- South Mountain Road FSR 380.3C is OPEN.
4/18/23 - Courtesy of Rio Grande NF.
- FRS 380 Park Creek Road is reported as OPEN.
- NOTE - Divide Creek Ranger District imply it is still CLOSED.
- Be prepared to turn around.
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ENGINEER PASS
San Juan CR 18/
CR 17/FSR 878/CR 2
/Hinsdale CR 20.
Lake City 8,680 ft. E. Pass 12,790 ft. Animas Forks 11,200 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
BLM/Gunnison |
970-240-5300
970-641-0471 |
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7/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/28/23 - Courtesy of regular trail traveler/contributor ALT2870. :)
- Engineer Pass (summit,) Ouray CR-2, San Juan CR-2 and Hinsdale CR-20 reamins OPEN all the way thru.
- I had a good traverse of Engineer Pass today. Any snow on the trail is gone though plenty in the surrounding peaks. All the counties
have done nice grading eliminating some previous rocky sections. Special shout out to Hinsdale as they really have made the section from
the summit to the bridge super nice. You could get most crossovers up there with AWD on their side. (At your own risk.) Some snow fields
as well off to the sides for your late Summer snow ball fights. Enjoy!
- CR-18 (mapped as Engineer Pass Road) and Mineral Creek SJ CR-17 remain OPEN.
- Took CR-18, western end of Mineral Creek Road CR-17, as the shortcut to Engineer. Road is deceiving as up until the first obstacle at
37.9791646,-107.6422948
doable by pretty much any 4x4/AWD with the right lines. Even the shelf road is plenty easy with passing spots. That first obstacle will
be your test whether you can go beyond and even then if you struggle consider turning around before you get in too deep. (I did it in
4H and think that may be a good test.) There are several other obstacles perhaps not as bad but will test you especially with off camber.
As noted below, trail is definitely getting harder.
- Airing down is a MUST. (I did 25PSI with 315's.) We met someone just above the first obstacle who completely tore their side wall.
Found out they had ~40PSI in their tires. (Did I mention they were All Seasons as well?) They were in good spirits but please be
careful out there.
- Best we all Stay-Alert and recognize our limits. When in doubt, or find you decide to turn around on CR-18, simply
detour and take Animas Forks CR-2 instead.
6/26/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Kevin D. :)
- Mineral Creek Road, Ouray CR-18 / San Juan CR-17 (and referred to as part of Engineer Pass Road by some) remains OPEN all the way.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Nathan. :)
- Engineer Pass remains OPEN all the way. Take a peek at Nathan's cool short video
of hitting this legendary trail today. Thanks for sharing Nathan!
6/15/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B, yet again! :)
- Engineer Pass, being a combination of three counties to access, Ouray, San Juan and Hinsdale county, is now OPEN as a thru route for
2023.
- Hats off to all three Road and Bridge crews involved! An awesome effort by a few, photo, for all to enjoy.
- Take a peek at KJL's drone footage
of the high altitude plow-thru.
6/14/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B :)
- The final section of Ouray County roads to access Engineer Pass is underway by dozer driver Ben. Hats off to Ben! Map of final
section.
6/10/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B :)
** Engineer Pass remains OPEN from the Lake City side close to the summit via Hinsdale CR-20 ONLY. Be prepared to turn around
at Engineer Pass Trailhead, due to hefty slow blanket beyond there. Odom Point is not accessible as yet, per last accounts. Serious snow
clearing efforts continue on the other side. Repeat, not a thru route as yet over Engineer Pass. Enjoy the anticipation of the
eventual thru route opening up. :)
- Meanwhile, thanks to KLJ Engineering we can all check out their
drone footage of 6/8/23, of the Ouray county dozer driver pushing the deep avalanche path snow off FSR 878 / CR-18 a short distance downriver of
Michael Breen Mine, at the Million Dollar Hwy end. Panning upriver along Poughkeepsie Gulch River, the drone shows more such avalanche
paths yet to be addressed by dozers before reaching the Ouray/San Juan county line. Keep in mind, similar snow issues may still remain
further up/east along San Juan CR-17. The county line crossover, is around Mineral Point. CR-17 is often referred to Mineral
Creek Road as it travels alongside Mineral Creek before intersecting with San Juan CR-2. Watch this space, with patience,
both county R&B crews involved have their snow clearing work cut out for them, yet again in 2023. They do an amazing job!
6/8/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B :)
- Engineer Pass Road CR-18 is being cleared of the initial avalanche paths that have blocked the road near Million Dollar Highway end.
- Ouray County dozer driver Ben can be seen doing his duty clearing the trail for all to avail of in this county video. Go Ben! Watch
this space for opening date 2023!
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Lake City Tourism :)
** Engineer Pass is OPEN to summit for 2023 on the Lake City side ONLY via Hinsdale CR-20!
- The road is muddy and icy. Plan ahead keeping the weather in mind. Drive with care appropriate to road and weather conditions of the day.
- NO access to the summit via Ouray CR-2 as yet. Watch this space, Ouray dozers drivers have their work cut out for them in
2023. They won't disappoint!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Carl B. :)
- Engineer Pass Road is still blocked by a 20ft deep avalanche snowbridge 1.4 miles in from Hwy 550. See fotos.
No getting over this for a while!
5/28/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Kevin B. :)
- Engineer Pass Road FSR 873 is blocked by a massive snowbridge (K's foto)
from an avalanche off Abrams Mountain, 1.4 miles in from CO Hwy 550. This serious snowbridge is at approx 9,600 feet elevation below
Michael Breen Mine. Approx location map.
- There is another one a higher up around 10,040 feet near Diamond Creek. Gonna take a while, people! Tip of day.... bring shovel and
pack lunch.
5/11/23 Courtesy of Mighty Max :)
- Hinsdale County R&B are pushing their way up CR 20 making progress to Engineer Pass, yet don't expect to reach the pass for 2
weeks plus. Watch this space.
- Once San Juan County dozer-Dave plows out SJ CR 5 to Cinnamon Pass, he'll high tail it back down to Animas Forks and head on
up SJ CR 2 plowing his way to Engineer Pass. No ETA as yet.
5/9/23 Courtesy of Mighty Max :)
- Hinsdale County Road & Bridge are working their way up CR 20 toward Engineer. Also hitting up lower stages of Cinnamon Pass.
Best not hold your breath - they got a lot of snow to push on both routes. Nice work Hinsdale County R&B crew!
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EUREKA GULCH / LAKE EMMA
San Juan CR 25 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
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6/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/25/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails Group, yet again. :)
- Eureka Gulch Road, San Juan CR-25 is OPEN for 2023 up to George Washington Mine, at 12,000 ft., close to Lake Emma.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Eureka Gulch remains CLOSED. Clearing work continues. To clarify for some, this means no access to Lake Emma..... yet. Enjoy the
anticipation ;)
4/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B and San Juan Mt Trails Group :)
- San Juan County R&B dozer commenced clearing CR 25. Early days, less than 1 mile in cleared.
- Note - trail is CLOSED.
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| FOURMILE TRAVEL AREA FSR 311, 376, 376.B, 300 & SALT CREEK ROAD & more trails |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-486-0749
719-539-3591 |
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5/4/23 |
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| 5/4/23 - Courtesy of Wes T.
- All is OPEN, perfect for travel mainly by motorcycle the last few weeks. YAY!
- FOURMILE TRAVEL AREA FSR 311, 376, 376.B, 300 & more trails.... OPEN, OPEN, OPEN!
- There is nothing closed, no trails. There's barely snow lurking in some shaded corner. Sure proof it's been a weird winter.
All the snow stayed on the mountains to the west and didn't reach the lower areas like Fourmile. Usually, at least some of the trails would have some packed snow this time of year.
Nothing this year. It's not even wet. The usual water pools and muddy areas of the roads don't even exist. Not complaining - loving Spring 2023!
4/30/23 - Courtesy of Salida NF
- Much of the trails in the 4 Mile Travel Management Area are subject to annual CLOSURES from December 1 through April 30.
- Unconfirmed report indicates trails are OPEN.
- Forest Order Number: # 02-12-00-23-02 lists most OPEN up as of May 1, 2023.
- Check the latest Alerts
(scroll down to the SALIDA) regarding Prohibitions and Exemptions, plus road sections closed - milemarker details.
- Being up to date on closures and what vehicles can/can't travel on trails is the responsibility of all driver/riders.
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GARIBALDI GULCH ROAD
FSR 356.1
Junct FSR 354.1 10,552 ft.
Wise Mt. Cabin 12,054 ft.
Junct FSR 275.1 12,517 ft. |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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GENEVA CREEK ROAD (UPPER)
FSR 119
Geneva Rd 9,722 ft.
Geneva Lake 10,989 ft
Sill Mine 11,808 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte
Park County &
Clear Creek Co.
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970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
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10/22/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 10/22/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor driver Jerry H. :)
- Trail was still OPEN to the top and road is in good condition. We did see a little snow from recent storms and probably some hold
over from last year. Temps were in the 50s and most of the fall color is gone.
- Nice place to go close to Denver and good for a wide range of skill sets. Lots of dispersed camping in the first couple miles of the
road. Several mine buildings to see at the top and part of Geneve City. Check out a large pile of black rock or slag from the
smelter on the way. There's an old truck to see or what's left of one near the mine ruins. Remember this is not a target.
- Please respect the road closures, there were a lot of vehicle tracks beyond closed signage. This is how trails get closed.
5/26/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Gary M. :)
** Upper gate is CLOSED.
- Trail is dry and in good condition.
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GEORGIA PASS
South Fork Swan FSR 355 /
Michigan Creek Road CR-54
G Pass 11,585 ft. |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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6/30/23 |
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| 6/30/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider contributor Chris A, yet again! :)
- Georgia Pass is OPEN for 2023! I was up there today.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District again! :)
- Georgia Pass (South Fork Swan) FSR 355 is now CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
6/17/23 - Courtesy of avid trail contributor Lisa M. :)
- Georgia Pass on the Jefferson side, Michigan Creek Road FSR 54 is still blocked by snow. Map/photo on Bushducks FB.
- We managed to get up close to the last switchback, reaching 39.455501°N 105.916°W
at 11,327 ft, when snow was a full-on challenge. Time to turn around while we could and return another day.
6/15/23 - Courtesy of avid trail contributor Lisa M. Dillon Ranger District. :)
- The gates on Michigan Creek Road CR-54, the Jefferson side of Georgia Pass/South Fork Swan and Glacier Ridge, will be closed for a
couple more weeks due to 5' snow drifts. Watch this space, as we're headed that way tomorrow and will update on trail-status. :)
6/3/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District, again and again! :)
- Georgia Pass FSR 355 remains CLOSED to all vehicles. Watch this space for access 2023.
5/26/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District, yet again! :)
- Georgia Pass is CLOSED to all vehicles.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District :)
- Georgia Pass (South Fork Swan) FSR 355 in ONLY OPEN to over-snow vehicles with a state registration. Status of trail
undertermined. Share back info/fotos when U go :)
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| Gold Hill/Switzerland Trail FSR 120J.0 |
Boulder | 303-541-2500 |
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5/9/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/9/23 - Courtesy of CORE :)
- Switzerland Trail is OPEN. No additional details as yet.
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Goose Creek Road
CR211 |
Pike/Fairplay |
719-836-2031 |
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| Gordon Gulch |
Roosevelt National Forest |
970-498-1100 |
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GOVERNOR BASIN FSR 853.1C/ Ouray CR26a / SILVER BASIN ROAD FSR 869.3A
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Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300
970 |
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| 8/7/23 - Courtesy of trail scout, regular contributor Carl B. :)
- Governor Basin Road FSR 853.1C is OPEN to a very large snow drift at 12,380 ft, at 37.969036, -107.781446,
up near the top end. It's above the junction of trail that leads on up to Mountain Top Mine and spur trail up to Humbolt Mine. Shovel
is not an option at this scale, at this elevation.
7/29/23 - Courtesy of trail enthusiast Ger D. :)
- Silver Basin Road is now OPEN for 2023, all the way up to the top lake at 11,631 ft. Enjoy!
7/28/23 - Courtesy of trail enthusiast Ger D. :)
- Governor Basin Road is still blocked by a couple of large snowbanks starting at 11,980 ft., just above the timber line, a short
distance before the junction of Virginius Mine Trailhead #154. A classic location, 37.972148, -107.770914,
for lingering snowbanks over the years, on the northwest facing slope far below below Mendota Peak.
- Some travelers may insist on shoveling their way through these drifts. In which case, expect some serious digging at high altitude,
people. And hey, take heed if your body is not on for such labour. None of us want to come down in a body bag.
- Others may chose to park up at a safe passing place and simply enjoy the hike to the minesite and on up toward Mendota Peak to crest
St Sophia Ridge and breath in the awesome view down over Mashall Basin south of the ridge.
7/20/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Derek L. :)
** Governor Basin is classed as OPEN, yet there is snow still over trail at 11,870 ft, right after sign split to Governor and Sidney
Basin Road FSR 853.1C1, on this northern slope at 37.97478, -107.76775.
7/6/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Arik A. :)
** Governor Basin Road trail remains as classed as OPEN, to attempt to travel, yet still **NOT OPEN for travel all the way** to the
top as yet as per updates below. Once you go thru the first water crossing and start up the long narrow road, there are snow drifts
all the way up the road. Still no chance of getting beyond this climb until mother nature relinquishes her wintery hold.
See photos
by regular contributor Carl B., taken of the snow blockage just 2 days ago, July 4th.
7/2/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, trail traveler, Lisa M. :)
** Headed on up Governor Basin Road. Got around the first long sweep heading uphill, but not for long. Snow drift running deep and a
long way on up the trail, starting around 11,060 ft, at 37.9772, -107.7667. Time to turn around. See drift photos on Bushducks Facebook. Can confirm GB is going to be a while ;)
6/25/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Jeff W. :)
- Governor Basin Road, although classed as open, is not even close to opening as it is still heavily blocked by snow as you climb
away from Governor Basin valley floor. Location map 37.977097, -107.766039.
- The road is covered by snow shortly after the turn up from the bottom of the valley at around 11,200ft elevation.
- Gate may be open, but it will be a while if they don't get up to clear it with a dozer. You can easily sse the snow laden trail from
the bathrooms below Yankee Basin, so no point in heading up there even if gate is open.
- Jeff's photo of snow laden trail on Bushducks FB .. coming soon.
6/23/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B, again! :)
** Governor Basin Road remains OPEN to snow.
** Silver Basin Road CR-26A remains CLOSED to snow. Watch this space.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B :)
- Governor Basin is OPEN to snow.
** Silver Basin remains CLOSED to snow. Watch this space.
5/23/23 - Courtesy of long time trail-status contributor Carl B. :)
- Governor Basin is not fully dug out. No indication of distance in. Been there? Share back photos on Bushducks FB
5/15/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Yankee Boy Basin FSR 869.3A remains CLOSED to snow.
- Silver Baisn Road 869.3A reamins CLOSED to snow.
- Access road, Camp Bird Road FSR 853 is OPEN.
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| Granite Creek Canyon |
BLM |
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GREEN RIDGE ROAD
FSR 319
GREEN RIDGE CUTOFF ROAD FSR 177.
From Lost Lake
CR 103 to CR 86 |
Araphoe Roosevelt/
Canyon Lakes R Dist
Larimer County |
970-498-1100
970-295-6700
970-498-5650 |
CLOSED
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6/15/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/15/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District. :)
- Green Ridge Road FSR 319, from Deadman Road CR-86, is still CLOSED for now.
Members of the Big Thompson 4-Wheelers aim to asses the actual status of the trail this coming weekend. Watch this space!
5/16/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District. :)
- Green Ridge Road FSR 319 is CLOSED From Deadman Road CR 86 to the beginning of Green Ridge FS 177. Anticipated opening date: 6/15.
- Green Ridge Cutoff Road FSR 177 is CLOSED, Anticipated re-opening date: N/A.
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GREER ROAD
FSR 154 |
Roosevelt National Forest |
970-498-1100 |
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GRIZZLY LAKE /
GRIZZLY GULCH 4WD Road FSR 296 |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591
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8/20/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 8/20/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Scott D., once again! :)
- Grizzly Gulch 4WD Road remains OPEN.
- I swear the guardian obstacle at the start gets tougher every year! This year it is a good 4 ft ledge that is pretty dug out at the base.
The creek is nearly dry at this point, so you have that going for you as you try to climb the ledge. Also, there is a gnarly spot at the
top of the shelf road section where a 3 ft boulder got dragged into an awkward spot on the trail next to some other large boulders.
However, I guess if you made it this far on the trail, you are not going to have problems with a few more boulders! The mud bogs near
the top are pretty dry this late in the season. Beautiful at the lake, as always!
6/11/23 - Courtesy of CORE. Hats off! :)
- Yes! Grizzly Gulch 4wd Road = Green for GO, all the way to the lake for 2023!
- Expect to cross several avalanche paths.... and hey, shoot back some fotos 2023 for all to share! :)
5/22/23 - Courtesy of CORE, yet again! :)
- This time was fast running creek crossings for starters. We advanced a mile and a half up Grizzly past the second creek crossing, up to around 10,700 elevation.
Slow going through deep snow, to an avalanche field of hard packed snow. Crossed the first avi field, (see CORE's video) yet held off on the next one
due to the undesirable angle and the potential for falling through the deep pack, 10-15 feet of snow. Time to turn around for safety reasons.
- We'll give 10 days or so at a guess before returning to attempt further progress up Grizzly Gulch trail.
5/9/23 - Courtesy of CORE :)
- Grizzly is OPEN for a short distance. Snow, slip, snow. Watch this space. Better still, watch CORE's 9th May 2023 trail report.
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GUANELLA PASS ROAD
CR 62 / FSR 381
Duck Lake 11,112ft
G. Pass 11,669 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte.
Clear Creek County
Park County |
970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
OPEN
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5/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/26/23 - Courtesy of CDOT. :)
- Guanella Pass Scenic Byway officially OPENED on Friday 26 May 2023. Enjoy the added access to the mountains.
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GUNSIGHT PASS
FSR 585 |
White River/Sopris District |
970-963-2266 |
OPEN **
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8/3/23 |
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| 8/3/23 - Courtesy of trail-traveler Andres E. :)
- Gunsight Pass Road FSR 585 is OPEN for 2023, all the way to the top from the Crested Butte side.
** You can not continue past the top toward towards Kebler Pass.
- In one place there is a tree over the trail but the limbs have been cleared where it's passable.
- Photos anyone?? ....if you wish to share with fellow trail travelers.
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HACKETT GULCH
FSR 220
High Pt 8,890 ft. |
Pike National Forest
South Platte Ranger District |
303-275-5610 |
OPEN
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5/13/23 |
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| 5/13/23 - Courtesy of Lisa D. :)
- Hackett trail is CLEAR to the county line. DO NOT CROSS past this point. The trail is CLOSED on the Park County side!
- County line is NOT clearly marked, know before you go! Check with Predator 4x4 and CORE for details.
- Watch for washouts, but some harder obstacles have been filled in by the rains we've received.
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HAGERMAN PASS
FSR 105 / FRYING PAN ROAD FSR 105.1
Lake I. 10,909 ft
H. Pass 11,925 ft
Carlton Tunnel east portal 10,795
Turquoise Lake
9,869 ft. |
San Isabel/Leadville
White River/Sopris |
719-486-0749
970-963-2266 |
OPEN
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7/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/25/23 - Courtesy of CORE, keeping trails open, once again! :)
- Hagerman Pass is now fully OPEN both ways for 2023! A front end loader has cleared away the final snow drift, leaving all clear to go.
7/15/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor ALT2870 :)
- Thomasville side of Hagerman Pass is free of snow and OPEN to the summit. The drift on the Leadville side at 39.262505, -106.478266
still persist.
- Easy trip to the summit from the Thomasville side today. Snow drift from my last report is completely gone with all others. Note
they are doing work on the Busk?Ivanhoe Tunnel and shoring it up so beware of semis. (There is a pilot vehicle to give a heads up.) I
cruised up to the summit in less then an hour from the start of the trail above Nast.
- Just past the summit the snow field still remains with a depth of up to probably 6-7 feet. Unless a dozer gets to it there is a good
chance that the pass may not open as a through route this year. There is a unofficial bypass around it that I'd say a lot of
users are using. Not sure the legality of it (no signs from the summit saying you can or can't and it's well used) so if in doubt,
just turn around. Stay-d-trail :)
- The Leadville side is also snow free other than the snow field as mentioned. There is a good washout at
39.263520, -106.469771 so be
careful around the corner. Trail is in pretty rocky shape, expect to take 2 hours one way depending on how fast you can go.
- Also, don't attempt the snowfield. While it does feel sturdy and there are track across, my test within the first few yards went
poorly enough I ended up getting pulled out.
7/2/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Steve E. :)
- Mode of travel, so you know: ktm 990 adventure. Hagerman Pass remains open on both sides until the summit itself. There is a
lingering snowfield about 100 ft in length, probably 3-5 feet deep at points, located at
39.262647, -106.478635.
- There are a few other small snow spots but they've been driven through already.
6/29/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Jerry L. :)
- Coming from Leeadville, Hagerman Pass Road FSR 105 is still covered, blocked by snow as you approach the top. Blade has not gone
through yet. I'll call into the ranger next week to see when that might happen.
- A group of us in Jeeps made it just out of the trees, around 11,500 before turning around.
6/29/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Cheston from CORE. :)
- The eastern approach to Hagerman, coming from Leadville, along Hagerman Pass Road is OPEN to a deep snow drift bllocking the trail
at 11,670 ft., at 39.264725, -106.470934
which is on the treeline up the ridge above Skinner Hut. Need to wait a while for this drift to melt.
6/24/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Whitney P. :)
- Hagerman Pass coming from the east side, Leadville side, on Hagerman Pass Road FSR 105, is dry and passable to 6.8 miles (just past
10th Mtn Hut) from the Windsor Lake Trailhead #1490/ Native Lake Trailhead #1489.
At 11,350, a 3-4 ft. the snow bank covering road here, made it impassable to get to summit.
- Some dirt bikers may be able to navigate around this point. Likely impassible with an OHV. Stay-D-Trail, stay safe, enjoy.
6/24/23 - Courtesy of trail driver ALT 2870. :)
** Frying Pan Road FSR 105.1, the west side, Thomasville side of Hagerman Pass, is OPEN yet BLOCKED by approx 4-5 foot snow bank.
- Blockage is approx three miles beyond/above, Ivanhoe Lake Ivanhoe Road FSR 527.1 turnoff. Location is 39.264390 -106.489673 at 11,660ft.
- Beyond the initial drift that someone took a stab at with their vehicle, there are at least two other drifts within visible range,
though smaller and could be possible to break through, or perhaps skirt around.
- It appears dirtbikes have been going around the drifts and possibly reaching the summit, though more snow appears to be ahead.
- I'd say another week or two till this section is passible. If they get a dozer up here, they should make short work of it.
- Frying Pan Road up to the cutoff on the former railroad grade is in very good shape. Beyond the cutoff, it is fairly decent though
grinding down the dirt happens.
- Creek crossing is currently around 12-16 inches deep though easily passable in my Gladiator.
- Watch this space for trail photos!
6/9/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor CORE. :)
- Hagerman Pass Road FSR 105 is now OPEN from the Leadville end. Passable to around 10,900ft near Colorado Midland Centennial
Trail #1491.
6/4/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Paul F. :)
** From the Basalt end we got up to the gate, but there are large snow patches just around the corner.
- Can not make it to the stream crossing.
- Looking back at Bushducks open dates for 2009
being somewhat comparable in snow levels to 2023, Hagerman Pass opened up from the Leadville side June 28th with the aid of a
massive dozer. Entry from the Basalt side was pushed through, again with the aid of a dozer, in the first week of July 2009. Best not
expect a clear run for another few weeks at least in 2023.
- The current deep snowline at around 11,400 ft in the Leadville region makes for challenging to no progress on higher trails. Watch
this space. Find a high trail that is melting, share on back
at http://www.bushducks.com/tripreps/passopenform.htm
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sopris Ranger District :)
- Hagerman Pass is CLOSED to snow from both directions.
- In 2022,
Hagerman Pass OPENED by late June when
this large snow bank to the east of the summit was cut thru.
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HALFMOON CREEK/GULCH ROAD
FSR 110 |
San Isabel/Leadville
White River/Sopris |
719-486-0749
970-963-2266 |
OPEN to snow
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7/21/23 |
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| 7/21/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor, Wes T. :)
- HALFMOON CREEK/GULCH ROAD FSR 110 is OPEN but only up to just over 12,200 ft, 39.132036, - 106.506215,
where a snow drift is blocking the trail right before that nastiest (that I now of) section with rock face on the left and a nasty
drop on the right. This is above Champion Mill, yet before the last climb up to Champion Mine, at 12,685 ft.
- A dirt bike can get around it but you would still have to do a bunch of wiggles to get around and then do a mild to
medium hill climb from the right side to get past the snow drift.
7/11/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor, Jerry Lefevre. :)
- Halfmoon Creek/Gulch Road is in what I would say, normal condition up to 12,000 ft, then covered in snow.
- Took 19 Jeeps just past the first set of switchbacks above Champion Mill and thats where we came upon a huge snowfield covering trail.
- Water crossings were a lil high but stockers had no trouble crossing.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor, CORE. :)
- Halfmoon Creek/Gulch Road is OPEN to Champion Mill. Expect a snow challenge if going in the first week of June. Video of snow
conditions encountered is also up on Bushducks FB Community page if the highlighted link here drops out.
- Halfmoon Creek is expected to be running high by early/mid June, so be aware of 2 feet or more depth at creek crossing.
- Snow starts kicking in on the track around 11,000ft as you get on past North Halfmoon trailhead. Deep snow encountered at 11,500ft.
Not suitable for standard vehicles, slow going for our lifted rigs as we push through.
- By the time we reach 11,700ft where the side trail goes over to Champion Mill we're pushing thru 3 foot deep drifts with chains
fitted. Slow going! Suggest wait another week at least for ease of travel up this higher end of the trail.
- Remember, don't drive around snow drifts. If you can't push thru on the trail proper, turn around and come back another day when
the snow has melted to enjoy the trail without damaging the surrounding terrain.
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HALLS GULCH ROAD FSR 766
10,021 to 11,092 ft |
Gunnison NF/ Gunnison County
Gunnison Ranger District |
970-641-0471
970-641-0471 |
CLOSED to snow
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5/23/23 |
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| 5/23/23 -
- 2 feet of snow, unconfirmed.
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HANCOCK PASS ROAD FSR 299 /
HANCOCK JEEP TRAIL FSR 266
|
San Isabel/Salida
Gunnison County /
Chaffee County |
719-539-3591
970-641-0471 |
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9/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 9/25/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Scott D. :)
- Hancock Pass is still OPEN.
- Good conditions. Overall a moderate trail with a few difficult rocks here and there. Generally fairly wide, so a good place to
try your hand at something a little more difficult. The trail to the Hancock lake is a little easier, a solid moderate, and the
lake is more scenic, too.
7/25/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor CORE, yet again! :)
- Hancock Pass remains OPEN. :)
- HEADS UP: On the west side of Hancock Pass, the terrain surrounding the trail continues to suffer unneccessarily from vehicles
not keeping to the trail. We all gotta remember and practise, keeping to the trail, keep to the dirt. Driving on the adjacent tundra/vegetation
is a no no! One person does it, more follow the tracks left behind. We don't have to act like sheep. We all know the few who deviate
from the trail, tarnish the name of all vehicle users on any trail. Damaged tundra does not self-repair fast. Our name as tundra-abusers
lingers longer still. Timber rail guards have been set up in previous years over the adjoining tundra and marshy willow areas to remind
us all the trail does not run across the vegetation to the side of the trail. When coming through during snow melt period, we need to
be 100% certain we are on the trail and not the vegetation. Any doubt, turn around and come back when the trail is clear to adhere to.
- Witness trail misbehavior? Best we capture what we can on camera, lience plate included, and pass it on to the relavent Ranger
District office to address appropriately. In this instance, that would be the Gunnison Ranger district office, 2250 South Main St,
Delta, Colorado 81416. (970)874-6600. Email: SM.FS.r2gmuginfo@usda.gov ;
7/13/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor CORE, yet again! :)
- Hancock Pass is OPEN and clear for travel for 2023!
- Adjoining Tomichi Pass FSR 888, is also OPEN and clear to travel for 2023!
- Hancock Pass Road, as of this year, 2023, is now referred to as Hancock Pass Jeep Trail #9266, same as existing name the west side of the
pass. So remember it's a rocky trail, not as smooth as Hancock Pass Road.
- REMINDER: Check before you go! OHV permits required by all vehicles on this trail. See list of trails requiring such
permits at https://staythetrail.org/full-size-trails/
7/6/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Wes T. :)
- Heads-up, trail travelers!! Hancock Pass Road FSR 299, being the east side, St Elmo side of the pass, although OPEN to travel, is
unfortunately blocked by an abandoned truck at around 11,700 ft in a decidely awkard position pointed downward. A Toyota simply
sitting there for presumably some genuine reason that is beyond me right now. To have traveled further, even rolled it on down to a
wider section of the trail, would allow others to pass. As I say, beware, heads-up people. Hoping the occupants are doing OK.
6/21/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor CORE, doing their Keep Trails Open-4-All efforts, as ever! :)
- Hancock Road FSR 295 (not Hancock Road, see below) is now OPEN right thru for the 2023 season.
- We dug out the few remaining section of drifts causing choas to vehicles attempting the trail. All is now good for vehicular travel
to the parking lot for Hancock Lake Trail #1422. From here, a rewarding hike takes you upstream at a relatively easy ascent via Hancock
Lake, open water at present, then on past the smaller Upper Hancock Lake before ascending at a greater pace up and over Chalk Creek Pass at 12,156 ft., to then
decend to connect with Middle Fork (Arkansas River) Road FSR 230 at 11,252 ft. Go feel!
5/22/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Greg B. :)
- Hancock Pass Road FSR 299, the east side approach to the pass coming up from Hancock Townsite / St Elmo side, is open to about 0.8 mile beyond the
the interesction with FSR 295 Hancock Road.
- The trail is blocked by snow at this point and higher elevations appear to be even deeper.
- Trail is in good condition up until the snow blockage.
- REMINDER: Hancock Pass Road has been designated in 2023 as Hancock Pass Jeep Trail #9266, making it the same name as as section
over the west side of the pass. This trail requires an OHV permit for ALL street legal vehicles. Be sure to PAY & DISPALY Details:
https://staythetrail.org/full-size-trails/ and yes, enjoy :)
>5/22/23 - Courtesy of CORE, yet again! :)
- This time, we made it on up past the parking lot at Alpine Tunnel Trailhead, near Hancock historic townsite. Deep snow on the trail,
yet we progressed slowly on up Hancock Road FSR 295, past the junction with Hancock Pass Road FSR 299. Pushing through the snow,
sometimes riding the top, we made it up about another mile, to around 11,200 feet elevation. Snow is too deep to progress further
and the weather is always a concern. Time to turn around, come back another day, maybe a week or so time.
- Meanwhile, watch cool CORE's video of deep snow trail travel of May 22, 2023.
5/16/23 - Courtesy of CORE once again :)
- Hancock Road FSR 295 is OPEN all the way to Hancock town site and parking lot on the far side of Chalk Creek, at 11,090 ft. at
the east Alpine Tunnel trailhead #1438 and #9539.
- Road is hard packed snow much of the way, so do not drive alone, and be sure not to drive to close to each other. We aware of the
dangers of ice developing after the day's sun. Drive with caution, or wait some weeks for further melt. Enjoy!
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HANDCART GULCH
FSR 121
W Pass 12,099 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte |
970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
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8/30/23 |
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| 8/30/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Robert F. :)
** See Webster Pass entry for blockage details.
8/14/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Josh B., yet again! :)
- Handcart Gulch has been OPENED up for 2023.
- A group of volunteers dug and pushed on through the conrnice to allow more than just two-wheelers get through on the remaining solid
blockage just below Webster Pass on FSR 121 Handcart Gulch Road.
7/26/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Josh B. :)
- The cornice (photos)
immediately south of the divide, Webster Pass, remains solidly in place blocking any chance of 4-wheelers progressing
down, or coming up Handcart Gulch Road FSR 121. Keen and able bodied two-wheelers may consider the challenge, but remember, stay
the trail. Stay Alive!
- REMINDER: No access up Red Cone Road FSR 565 from Wester Pass. One-way travel only, in the downward direction from Red Cone
summit toward Webster Pass.
6/16/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Josh B. :)
- Handcart remains CLOSED to snow. Watch this space.
- Check for updates on adjoining trail Red Cone FSR 565, which is due to be run by the MHJC and the FS ranger in late June to determine
when that trail opens.
- In 2022, Hancart Gulch OPENED on July 7th.
- Wonder why it takes so long for mother nature to open up Handcart Gulch - Webster Pass Road?
Check out
snow drift foto of Handcart side of Webster Pass taken July 6th, 2022.
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HAYDEN PASS
FSR 970/
Hayden Creek Rd Fremont CR 6
Hayden Pass: 10,745ft |
Rio Grande/Saguache
San Isabel/Salida |
719-655-2547
719-539-3591 |
OPEN
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6/4/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/9/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Lisa M. :)
- Hayden Pass CR 6 / FSR 970 is OPEN for 2023!
- Trail is clear all the way through. We had a blast of a day! Always happy contribute to the CO Pass Page :)
- See the currently dry trail in Lisa's fotos on Bushducks FB.
5/9/23 - Courtesy of Saguache Ranger Dist :)
- Hayden Pass remains CLOSED.
- In 2020 Hayden Pass was OPEN in early June.
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| HEART LAKE ROAD FSR 518.1B & CARSON ROAD/SADDLE FSR 518 & 568 |
Rio Grande
Divide |
719-655-2547 |
OPEN to snow
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7/18/23 |
COMMENTS:
7/18/23 - Courtesy of Divide Ranger District. :)
- Heart Lake Road FSR 518.1B is listed as OPEN for 2023. No trail surface updates as yet. Anyone care to share back??
7/1/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor, Josh B., yet again! :)
- Carson Saddle (Pass) is blocked by deep snow south of Carson townsite, on the approach to the saddle/pass. With ample snow clearly
visible from Carson townsite, I did not attempt to go further south. Watch this space, or post up, if you have approached from elsewhere.
- Carson townsite is free of snow, as per photos due up on Bushducks FB soooooon.
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| HERMIT PASS/ LAKE ROAD FSR 160 |
Rio Grande/Saguache
San Isabel/San Carlos |
719-655-2547
719-269-8500 |
OPEN**
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7/23/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/23/23 - Courtesy of CORE, keeping trails OPEN.
** Hermit Lake /Pass Road FSR 160 is OPEN for 2023, to the final switchback at around 12,900 ft.
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| Hidden Valley Trail |
Pike/South Platte |
303-275-5610 |
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HOLY CROSS CITY FSR 759.1
Start 9,360 ft
End 11,450 ft. |
San Isabel/Holy Cross |
970-827-5715 |
OPEN*
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6/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/28/23 - Courtesy of CO Off Road Trail Reports (Original) contributor Nate W.. Thank U sharing people!
- Trail has snow drifts but passable to the Holy Cross Wilderness boundary past Cleveland.
- French Creek is running smooth with the surprisingly good melt around here.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of CO Off Road Trail Reports (Original). Thank U people!
- Holy Cross City Road is OPEN to the town for the 2023 season, following the clearing of the downed tree by enthusiasts. Expect snow
drifts to melt away soon. No real obstacle. Enjoy!
6/18/23 - No name given.
- Holy Cross City Road is passable up along French Creek, to the crossover, to around 11,200 ft. Expect felled trees after
that. Need this update confirmed. Anyone traveled up this far??
5/22/23 - Courtesy of CORE Keep Trails Open once again! :)
* Homestake Road FSR 703.1 being the access road to Holy Cross City Road OPENED up for 2023.
- Awaiting trail status updates on the Holy Cross City Road.
- Been here? Post up on Bushducks FB or shoot
your update back here for all to share!
- Temp Closure Alert Holy Cross FSR 759, Missouri Creek Road FSR 704.1 and Fancy-French Road FSR 727.1 will all be
temporarily CLOSED from June 5th to June 16th 2023 for heavy maintenance activities.
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HOMESTAKE ROAD FSR 703.1
8,791 TO 10,085 ft. |
White River /
Eagle-Holy Cross |
970-945-2521
970-827-5715 |
OPEN
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5/20/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/20/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Corss Ranger District. :)
- Trail is OPEN to Homestake Reservoir.
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HURRICANE PASS San Juan CR 10
12,730 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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7/4/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/4/23 - Courtesy of back country appreciators Lisa M. & partner, again! :)
- Hurricane Pass and California Pass remain OPEN as part of one delightful loop. No such luck for Poughkeepsie Gulch Road due to mother nature
keeping her cool, LOL.
- Enjoy Lisa's 4th July 2023 foto of frozen Lake Como,
from half way between the passes, up on Bushducks FB.
6/28/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trail supporter and regular contributor, Ruth H. :)
- Hurricane Pass is now OPEN as a thru route for the 2023 season. Yay, this opens up so much.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County Raod and Bridge. :)
- Hurricane Pass remains CLOSED. Snow clearing work has not commenced as yet. Watch this space.
** Minnehaha Basin San Juan CR-51, off CR-10, is OPEN to the basin. 5 feet of snow off trail.
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IMOGENE PASS
CR K68/
FSR #869/CR 26A
RICHMOND BASIN ROAD FSR 869.1A
Telluride 8,875 ft
I PASS 13,114 ft
Junct I Pass Rd & CR26A 11,242 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-327-4835 |
OPEN
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7/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/28/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County R&B, yet again! :)
- Imogene Pass is now OPEN in both directions thanks to the efforts of the USFS and San Miguel County R&B. Kudos to the bridge repairs
people! Enjoy, everybody. And yeah, best expect a flurry of travelers with this being the initial OPENING for 2023 for the public. Good
time to practice waving at our fellow travelers. Bushducks FB update.
7/24/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County R&B. :)
- The Telluride side, San Miguel County side, of Imogene Pass is CLOSED for bridge repairs. Anticipated OPENING date is 7/29/23.
- Closure barricades from the Ouray side are in place in the Tomboy Townsite area.
- Closure barricades from the Telluride side are in place near Smuggler Mine parking area.
7/13/23 - Courtesy of regulator contributor Chris K. once again. :)
- Imogene Pass Road is now OPEN
all the way for the public, between Telluride and Ouray, for the first time in 2023. According to
one of the tour guides from Telluride that we met at the summit, the Telluride side opened in the afternoon on 7/12/2023. There is a
road closed sign still at the top but it is off to the side not blocking the trail. I think San Miguel County just hasn't gotten back
up to the top to remove the sign as yet. Their County FB page officially listed the trail as OPEN as of today.
- HEADS UP: There is still plenty of snow on either side of the trail on the Telluride side near the top, but the trail itself is clear
and damp. Enjoy and be safe up there :)
7/13/23 - Courtesy of contributor Todd B. :)
- Imogene Pass is plowed and open all the way between Ouray and Telluride.
- Lots of slush and melt on the Telluride side at the top switchback.
7/11/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County R&B and SJ Mtn Trails Group once again. :)
- San Miguel County R&B's dozer has made it up to the top of Imogene Pass on their side, Telluride side. HOWEVER, they have
placed a ROAD CLOSED at the pass, as the pass road that runs down to Telluride, remains closed for now, seemingly due to issues
with some of the bridges on FSR 869. Watch this space.
- Reminder: FSR 869 has been OPEN between Telluride and the town of Tomboy since June 30, 2023.
7/8/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Suzanne M. :)
- Imogene Pass remains OPEN on the Ouray side only.
- Worth noting: lots of snow still remains on the last switchback of the trail. Several vehicles became stuck here yesterday, high
centered on the snowfield. As a result, a back up of vehicles was inevitable. Hey, what a timely reminder to us all, even with high numbers using the trail,
incidents can and do occur. Always worth keeping a good distance back from the vehicle in front. More vehicles, means yeah, we need to
be even more aware of potential bottlenecks. Consider trying another trail perhaps?? Over-loved trails can suffer. We all know the story.
7/6/23 - Courtesy of trail maintenance gurus, Ouray County R&B once again. :)
- Imogene Pass is OPEN for 2023. OPEN to the summit from the Ouray side that is. Yay, what an achievement people!
7/3/23 - Courtesy of trail makers Ouray County R&B once again. :)
- Ouray County R&B continue their task of opening up Imogene Pass for the 2023 season. On close of efforts today, dozer drivers Rich and
Kelly are nearing the false pass. Quite some clearing to go to the summit yet. Nice work guys!! Check out their short video
on Bushducks facebook. Wearing avalanche beacons, these guys push through walls of snow way higher than their massive dozers. A
risky job, backed up by memories of working the track and keeping an eye on the ice, they pick their way along the shelf roads.
A-truly-mazing!
7/2/23 - Courtesy of trail driver, avid contributor Kevin D. :)
- Happy to share about, Ouray County dozers drivers have been doing their thing, pushing snow, finding the trail and opening up Imogene
Pass Road FSR 869, right up to 12,120 ft today, near Poser Rock outcrop. How do we know? 'Cause we were there just now :) See photo of same location over on
Bushducks Facebook. Hats off to the dozer drivers! Some of
this terrian could make you dizzy. Luckily for us trail-appreciators, the dozer drivers seem to thrieve on it.
7/1/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Carl B, yet again. :)
- Slow progress up Richmond Basin Road FSR 869.1A, due to snow drifts and many fallen trees. Cut away 4 trees. Thought I was finished after the
first section of downed trees, cutting them up into manageable pieces and just out of sight around the next curve 100 feet away, was
another pile. Cut it up and placed it off the downhill side of the road. Moved along another short distance to find more of the same.
Did I say slow going?! A lot of these downed trees are a result of a major wind event last fall.
- I didn't make it out of the timberline, got to just below 11,400 ft. Got close to timberline, which
means it's not too far to end of the road for my truck. I took a hike and you can see above timberline is clear of most snow, as per
photos on Bushducks FB (coming thru soon.) Richmond Trail and Richmond Basin Trail FSR 233 take over from there with restricted vehilce
use. No B4 U Go and take a hike too. Worth it.
6/30/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Kevin D., once again. :)
- San Miguel County dozers had progressed up Imogene Pass Road reaching the upper level of Savage Basin by late Friday. At 12,7003 ft., see foto on Bushducks FB they're
not all that far from the final switchback to then climb and clear their way up to Imogene Pass summit. Not a simple task, so next week
will be interesting to witness their progress. Stay safe guys! Amazing job!
- REMEMBER: When planning to travel from Telluride, Imogene Pass Road is still CLOSED at Tomboy for now. See entry below
and watch this space.
6/29/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County R&B. :)
- San Miguel CR K68 / FSR 869 is OPEN from Telluride to Tomboy only. Not open yet above Tomboy. Dozers are working their way up
Imogene Pass Road CR K68 / FSR 869 thru Savage Basin. See details and map link regarding the Ouray side in entry below.
6/28/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road and Bridge, yet again! :)
- County dozer drivers extraordinaire, Rich and Kelly continue to push on up Imogene Pass Road FSR 869 from the Camp Bird side at an
impressive pace. Today, reaching close to 12,200 ft in the upper reaches of Imogene Basin. Photo and map on Bushducks Facebook puts
them above Camp Bird No 2 Level, having worked their way up through the 6 consecutive switchbacks, they are now in the shadows of T8
Telluride 8 Peak which towers overhead 13,359 ft.
- Given the snow laden trail with shelf sections ahead and around 900 ft yet to climb to reach Imogene Pass at 13,114 ft., Ouray County is,
as you'd expect, is not in a position to offer a completion date..... yet. Knowing their determination, U best stay tuned. Amazing work.
Stay safe Kelly and Rich!
6/23/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road and Bridge, once again :)
- Imogene Pass remains officially CLOSED to snow for now, per Ouray County. Watch this space.
- Back in 2019, Imogene opened on July 28th.
- By comparison, in 2022, Imogene Pass was opened on the Ouray side only on June 13th. See photo.
- Richmond Basin Road FSR 869.1A remains CLOSED to snow for now. Again, watch this space.
5/29/23 - Courtesy of long time trail-status contributor, Carl B. :)
- Imogene Pass Road FSR 869 remains CLOSED to snow from above Camp Bird Road (foto).
The lower entrance through the mine property is also snowed over.
- Earlier update of Ouray County Road and Bridge not having funds allocated to clear this road for 2023, has been quashed.
Feedback on this matter is a reminder on how much this classic trail is appreciated by all who travel Imogene Pass.
- Richmond Basin CR-26Z/ FSR 869.1A is also CLOSED. No anticipated date for opening as yet.
5/24/23 - Courtesy of long time trail-status contributor, Carl B. :)
- Imogene Pass Road is still under snow, still no go! Dozers have their work cut out for them once again! Stay safe, dozer drivers!
- See Bushducks FB foto.
5/11/23 - Courtesy of Michael M. San Jan County's former dozer driver of 33 years!
- Ouray County Road and Bridge continue to plow on up beyond Camp Bird Road CR 361 / FSR 853. Much snow to conquer before they
can talk of progress on FSR 869 Imogene Pass Road.
- Seasonal opening of Imogene can be from 5/16, but no promises for 2023 due to much snow.
- Richmond Basin FSR 869.1A also remains CLOSED due to snow.
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INDEPENDENCE PASS
Highway 82
12,095 ft. |
White River /
Aspen-Sopris Ranger District
Lake/Pitkin Counties |
970-945-2521
970-963-2266 |
OPEN
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5/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/26/23 - Courtesy of CODOT :)
- Independence Pass CO 82 is OPEN for 2023 as of May 26th. Avalanche mitigation has been carried out prior to opening the road to the public.
- Motorists are advised to plan for a restriction to be in place on CO 82 between Mile Point 47.2 (west side, near Aspen) and MP 84.2 (east side,
near Twin Lakes/Leadville and about one mile west of the junction with US 24).
- Be aware of vehicles restrictions. Check up with https://www.codot.gov
- For those seeking a high on paved roads, Mount Evans Hwy CO-5, over near Idaho Springs, also OPENED for 2023 on May 26th.
Paved the entire 15 miles, the hwy climbs from the gates at Echo Lake Lodge at 10,709 feet, right up to 14,264 feet at the summit,
making this the highest paved road in North America. Enjoy, yet do expect a busy road and delays!
- Travel restrictions apply to CO-5. Check with https://www.codot.gov and remember, expect delays in a long line of cars, if you're
seeking a reservation which allows entry into nature reserve/s and use of the public restroom. Tip of the day - bring a she/he-wee
bottle. :)
5/19/23 - Courtesy of Snotel :)
- Independence Pass is still CLOSED to snow. Current snow depth is 4.8 inches. Median depth is 6.8 inches.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sopris Ranger District :)
- Independence Pass is CLOSED to snow.
- This paved highway, an access route to popular trails, invariably opens in late May, depending on rock mitigation efforts.
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| INDEPENDENCE TRAIL/ PENROSE COMMONS REC AREA |
Canyon City
Royal Gorge BLM |
719-269-8500 |
OPEN
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5/11/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/11/23 - Courtesy of Royal Gorge BLM Field Office :)
- Penrose Commons Recreation Area is OPEN. Note - weather can close these trails.
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IRONCLADS ROAD
FSR 216.1
8,514 to 9,033 ft. |
Boulder |
303-541-2500 |
OPEN
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5/19/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/19/23 - Courtesy of CORE :)
- Ironclads Road FSR 216.1 is also reported as OPEN, despite Boulder Ranger District listing access not due to open until 6/15/23.
Photos anyone??
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| IRON CHEST MINE/
spur trail off POMEROY LAKE ROAD FSR 297 |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591
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OPEN
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7/6/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/6/23 - Courtesy of contributor Adam A.
- Iron Chest Mine trail is OPEN all the way to 4x4s as of July 6th, 2023. A higher section was snow covered and nearly impassable to
4x4s, however we removed snow and made it through!
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| ITALIAN CREEK ROAD FSR 759 |
Gunnison/Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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7/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/26/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-contributor, CORE, once again :)
- Italian Creek is OPEN for 2023.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-contributor, CORE. :)
- Deep snow on the Gunnison side of Italian Creek Road at 10,600 ft. In short - impassable. Watch this space in the coming week/weeks.
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JENNY CREEK ROAD FSR 502.1 &
JENNY CREEK TRAIL
FSR 808.1 |
Roosevelt NF
Boulder R District |
970-295-6600
303-541-2500 |
OPEN **
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6/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/25/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Aaron. :)
** The big snow drift at the upper (west) end of Jenny Creek Trail FSR 808.1, is still impassable. This is the NW part of the trail
near Yankee Doodle Lake.
- The trail is great, there's patchy snow as you get to the end. The main creek crossing is about 100 feet long to cross. It's
beautiful!
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| JOHNNY PARK ROAD / BUTTON ROCK FSR 118/118.1 |
Canyon Lakes |
970-498-2770 |
OPEN
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6/15/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/15/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Zac B. :)
- As a member of the Big Thompson 4-Wheelers, happy to share that we OPENED Johnny Park Road FSR 118 / Button
Rock B Road FSR 118.1 today! Trail is wet.
- We also OPENED the adjoining Pierson Park Road FSR 119 for 2023. Remember this is classed as a not through road, due to 2013 flood.
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JONES PASS ROAD
FSR 144.1 |
Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
OPEN
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8/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 8/26/23 - Courtesy of trail contributor, Shari P. :)
- Jones Pass Road FSR 144.1 has cleared up and is now OPEN all the way over the top!
7/24/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Branden J. :)
- Jones Pass Road remains OPEN and is now clear from Henderson Mine nearly to the top but there is still a massive impassable snowdrift
ledge that prevents summiting by vehicle.
- Trail is dry all the way up until the blockage at the summit. Enjoy!
6/24/23 - Courtesy of Jonathan C. :)
- Jones Pass Road FSR 144.1 although classed as open, it is CLOSED further up by snow.
- Starting from the mine you can go about 3 miles until you hit snow at around 11,100 ft. That is just below tree line.
- The trail was in good condition, up to the snow blockage.
6/16/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District. :)
- The road is OPEN for 2023. No road conditions as yet.
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KEBLER PASS
Gunnison CR 12
10,007 ft. |
Paonia /
Gunnison County |
970-527-4131
970-641-0044 |
OPEN
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6/29/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/29/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-traveler Ryan L.G. :)
- Kebler pass remains OPEN and clear.
6/26/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor Bill V. :)
- Kebler Pass is OPEN for 2023 in both directions.
- R&B were still grading the road near
Horse Ranch Park. Some areas are one lane only but overall the road is in great condition. Enjoy!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of Gunnison County R&B.
- Kebler Pass has sustained major damage due to runoff in the Horse Ranch Park Area and is NOT PASSABLE by vehicle. Kebler will
remain CLOSED until repairs can be made, there is no timeline for the completion of these repairs or opening of Kebler.
4/24/23 - Courtesy of Gunnison County R&B.
- Kebler Pass CR12 remains CLOSED.
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KELLY FLATS /
WINTERSTEEN PARK ROAD.
FSR 168 & FSR 168.C
High Pt 7,830 ft |
Canyon Lakes |
970-295-6700 |
OPEN
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5/15/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/15/23 - Courtesy of Larimer COunty Four Wheel Drive Club :)
- Kelly Flats is OPEN.
- Subtle reminder, you are traversing PRIVATE land along certain sections of the road. Forest Service has access agreement for
all. Polite reminder - respect for local land owners always helps to keep such private lands open for all to traverse.
- Beware of road graders in operation on FSR 168 over the next week or so.
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KENDALL PEAK & KENDALL MTN.
San Juan CR 33 & Spur Trails |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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6/10/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/10/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Trail Group :)
- Kendall Peak San Juan CR-33 is OPEN and melting nicely. Passable to around 11,140ft as you head up Kendall Gulch above the turn
to CR-33A to Montana Mine. You can expect to be busting through snow above this.
- Nearby Arrastra Gulch San Juan CR-52 on the NE side of Hazelton Mountain is OPEN, giving access to Little Giant Basin
Road. Passable on up to around 11,200ft approaching Black Prince Mine at the first, smaller lake. No getting up past there for now, snow
covered!
6/3/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County Road and Bridge. :)
- Kendall Mountain CR 33 is still CLOSED to snow. Clearing work has not yet begun. Watch this space.... with patience, the R&B crew
have their work cut out for them in 2023.
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KENNEBEC PASS/
LA PLATA CANYON ROAD CR 124
Kennebec T/H
11,624 ft. |
San Juan Public Lands
San Juan County /
La Plata County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN ** to snow
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6/5/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/5/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger Station once again! :)
** La Plata Canyon CR-124 is OPEN for 2023. However, it is blocked by avalanche debris around mile 4. Got photos? Post up on Bushducks
FB.
** Winter access on La Plata Canyon Road, CR-124 has changed. La Plata County installed a gate at the cattle guard and will
be closed each December through May. All forms of recreation are still welcome - snowmobiles, skiers, fat tire bikes, snowshoeing etc.
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KINGSTON PEAK ROAD FSR 353.1
High Pt 12,051 ft. |
Clear Creek
Gilpin County |
303-567-3000 |
CLOSED
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10/30/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 10/30/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District. :)
- Reminder, Kingston Peak Road CLOSES seasonally 10/31. Enjoy the anticipation of 2024 ;)
8/13/23 - Courtesy of Jonathan H. :)
- Kingston Peak Road FSR 353.1 remains OPEN all the way.
- I did this trail from Central City to Fall River Rd area. Trail is generally in good condition with nothing out of the ordinary to
report. There are sections that would be tricky but not impossible for stock 4x4 vehicles (some larger rocks to navigate, some washouts)
and those are mostly between the parking area by the James Peak sign and the mailbox/flag that overlooks Loch Lomond.
7/17/23 - Courtesy of Jeff P. :)
- Kingston Peak Road is OPEN and clear for 2023.
6/16/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District this time. :)
- Kingston Peak Road is still CLOSED.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District :)
- Kingston Peak Road is CLOSED. Anticipated opening date is July 15, 2023.
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| LAMARTINE/SAXON MOUNTAIN ROAD FSR 712.1 & 712.2C |
Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
OPEN **
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COMMENTS:
| 5/30/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor, CORE. :)
- Cascade Crest/Creek Road FSR 710.1 is OPEN. SNow drifts pushed through recently.
- Spring Creek Trail Clear County 712.2 is also OPEN, apparently allowing for the loop to be complete. Got an update on conditions?
Share back!
- No access via connector trail, Saxon Summit Road FSR 712.2C as yet, to top of Saxon Mountain at 11,532 feet. Watch this space....
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LA-SALLE PASS
FSR 44 & Park County CR 31
Pass 9,730 ft. |
Pike/Fairplay/
Park County |
719-836-2031
719 553-1400 |
OPEN
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5/21/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/21/23 - Courtesy of Duane W. :)
- La Salle Pass Road / Puma Road FSR 44 is OPEN and clear all the way for 2023. Side roads are fine too.
- A few very muddy patches here and there, but otherwise, clear sailing everywhere in the area. Enjoy! :)
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LAST DOLLAR ROAD FSR 638/
San Miguel CR T60.
Junct CR 58P 9,110 ft
Pass 10,663 ft.
Junct Deep Creek Road 8,790 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
Deep Creek Shop |
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OPEN
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6/1/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/1/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County Road and Bridge :)
- Last Dollar Pass is OPEN for 2023! Yay! Nice work San Miguel R&B crew!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Miguel County Road and Bridge :)
- Endless downed trees means Last Dollar Road is still CLOSED despite massive efforts by San Miguel County R&B crew. Hats off to them
as they continue their efforts to clear the road! See extent of downed trees foto.
5/18/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver George S. :)
- Coming from the Ridgway side, north side, the trail is blocked by significant deadfall about 1/4 mile past the National Forest gate.
- Muddy and rutted, but plowed. Deadfall noted above was pretty significant and probably needs heavy machinery to clear.
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LEAD KING BASIN ROAD FSR 315.1
SHEEP MOUNTAIN ROAD FSR 315.2
CRYSTAL RIVER ROAD FSR 314.1
Marble 7,961 ft.
Crystal 8,960 ft.
LK Basin 9,640 ft |
White River NF/ Aspen Sopris Ranger District |
970-945-2521
970-963-2266 |
CLOSED
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11/22/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 11/22/23 - Courtesy of Aspen Sopris Ranger District. :)
- As of 11/23 Lead King Road, Sheep Mountain Road and Crystal River Road are seasonally CLOSED to wheeled vehicles. Time to break out
the over-snow transport.
7/14/23 - Courtesy of Aspen Sopris Ranger District. :)
- Lead King Loop FSR 314 & 315 are OPEN. No trail surface condition report as yet. When you go, shoot on back update and photos for all
to appreciate the status.
5/24/23 - Courtesy of long time trail-status contributor Josh B. :)
- Asscess to the iconic Crystal Mill improving, yet expect a rough ride to test your skills depending on the slide. Made it thru? Share back status and fotos!
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sophris Ranger District :)
- Lead King Basin Road FSR 315.1 is CLOSED to snow.
- Sheep Mountain Road FSR 315.2 is also CLOSED to snow.
- Crystal River Road FSR 314.1, the north approach to Schofield Pass is CLOSED due snow and a slide.
Exact location of the slide yet to be determinded. Share back fotos/details if known at Bushducks FB
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| Left Hand Canyon |
Boulder |
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| LIME CREEK ROAD FSR 591 |
San Juan Nat Forest
Columbine R Dist |
970-247-4874
970-884-2512 |
OPEN *
to SNOW
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6/5/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/5/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger Dist. :)
- FSR 591 is still OPEN to snow. No details on the blockage. Know better? Post up on Busducks FB or submit fomr per link above.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger Dist. :)
- Road is not gated. Classed as Open with snow.
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LOCH LOMOND
FSR 701.1
Junction Alice Road 10,357 ft.
Loch Lomond 11,192 ft. |
Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
OPEN
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7/19/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/19/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District once again! :)
- Loch Lomond Upper gate OPEN and cleared of snow by Clear Creek and Boulder Ranger District crew. Hats off to the rangers and Stay the Trail photos on Bushducks FB.
6/16/23 - Courtesy of Clear Creek Ranger District once again! :)
- Loch Lomond Road Lower is classed as OPEN. No trail surface status as yet.
** Loch Lomond Road Upper is CLOSED!
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LONGWATER GULCH
CR 221 |
Pike National Forest
South Platte Ranger District |
303-275-5610 |
OPEN
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5/13/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/13/23 - Courtesy of Lisa D. :)
- Longwater trail is OPEN all the way.
- Watch out for some washouts from the recent rain. No snow left. The South Platte River at the bottom is flowing strong. Have fun!
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LOS PINOS-CEBOLLA ROAD
ROAD FSR 788
8,889 to 11,353 ft |
Gunnison/Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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6/29/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/29/23 - Trail traveler Marty G. once again!
- Los Pinos-Cebolla Road is open and passable all the way from KK14/Hwy 114 on the north end to Hwy 149 south of Lake City.
- Trail is dry all the way as of the date traveled.
6/19/23 - Trail traveler Marty G. comes back with update!
- Los Pinos-Cebello Road is officially OPEN per the Gunnison Ranger.
- No update on trail conditions as yet! Watch this space..... as Marty's on a mission to find out first-handed. Go U Marty! :)
6/18/23 - Trail traveler Marty G. asking on status.
- Any tail-status updates here, people??
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Lost Canyon Road FSR 398
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San Isabel NF
Leadville R District
Chaffee County |
719-553-1400
719-486-0749 |
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LOST PARK ROAD FSR 56
9,393 to 10.677 ft. |
Pike NF/
South Park R. Dist
Park County |
719-836-2031 |
OPEN
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12/1/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 12/1/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Liza M. :)
- The sign in Lost Park was updated to close March 1 instead of Jan 1. Now that's exciting, LOL.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of trail driver and regular contributor Liza M.in conversation with NF. :)
- Lost Park is OPEN for 2023 all the way through.
- We cleared a bunch of felled trees to get through. Trail fotos up on Bushducks FB.
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MAGGIE GULCH RD San Juan CR 23
Middleton 9,812 ft.
Gold Nugget Mine
at Top 11,894 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
CLOSED
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5/30/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Maggie Gulch remains CLOSED for now. Clearing work has not yet commenced. It's been a heavy duty winter. Watch this space.
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| Mammoth Gulch FSR 176.1 |
Boulder |
303-65533;541-2500 |
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MARSHALL PASS
West side FSR 243
East side FSR 200
PONCHA CREEK ROAD FSR 203
Monarch Crest Trail #531 & #9531
M. Pass 10,842 ft. |
San Isabel N.F.
Gunnison R. Distr
Salida Ranger Distr |
970-641-0471
719-539-3591 |
OPEN **
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6/9/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/9/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor, CORE, once again! :)
** Snow drift still intact at the summit up around 10,800, so don't expect to bust through yet.
5/29/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor, CORE. :)
- Gate on the Gunnison side OPENED today.
** Update on the Salida side OPEN gate status yet to reported on.
- Travel is passable as far as the main cut. Melting days ahaead should change that to include the main cut too.
4/21/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Randy L. :)
- Second gate on Marshall Pass Road FSR 200, is CLOSED from east side.
- Poncha Creek Road FSR 203 is CLOSED 1.5 miles from trailhead to washout.
4/21/23 - Courtesy of Colorado Snowmobile Assoc.
- Pass is CLOSED. Lower gate is locked.
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McALLISTER GULCH ROAD / HORNSILVER MTN
FSR 708.1 |
White River/Holy Cross |
970-827-5715 |
CLOSED**
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6/9/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/9/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District, yet again! :)
- Road Opens annually on 6/21, condition dependent. Watch this space...... !
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MEDANO PASS
ROAD
FSR 559 /CR 559
Point Of NoReturn
8,393 ft.
M. Pass 10,038 ft
Hwy-69 7,661 ft. |
Rio Grande NF/
SaguacheRangerDist
San Isabel Nat For
GreatSandDunes NP |
719-852-5941
719-655-2553
719-553-1400
719-378-6395 |
OPEN **
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11/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 11/26/23 - Courtesy of Great Sand Dunes NP :)
** Medano Pass Road, although classed as OPEN to a degree, is CLOSED for the winter at Castle Creek Picnic Area which is 2.6 miles from the southern entrance of
the road.
- At the other end of the road, on the east side of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, CR-559 near Gardner, the road is CLOSED at Muddy
Creek Crossing, next to CO-69, due to the hazardous creek crossing.
- Note: This is an annual closure due to increasing snow levels. Depending on coinditions, Medano Pass Road is usually completely open
by mid May. Enjoy the anticipation :)
7/22/23 - Courtesy of contributor Scot A. :)
- Medano Pass remains OPEN all the way. Not crowded!
- Great trail; water crossings relatively shallow and the muddy spots not bad. Lots of fun on steepish mogul climbs in the beginning.
Enjoy!
7/15/23 - Courtesy of contributor Michael N. :)
- Medano Pass is fully OPEN for 2023
- Upper creek crossings and muddy area have dried significantly. Park still has the travel plan sign up, but aren't actively
discouraging travel. Always worth being considerate of trail conditions.
6/9/23 - Courtesy of Great Sand Dunes Nat Park, yet again! :)
- Medano Pass Road remains OPEN. HOWEVER, the parks people are advising NO TRAVEL above creek crossing 6 to avoid
vehicles worsening the deep mud and water holes. Their current travel recommendation follow below.
- Pinon Flats Campground to Creek Crossing 2 status: The sand is currently relatively firm due to recent rains. Most full-size 4WD
vehicles will make it through sandy sections without dropping air pressure. For some vehicles, the suggestion is to reduce
tire pressure to 20 psi beyond Point of No Return. Remember, there is an air station at the southern entrance of the road, in the
Amphitheater parking area. Keep in mind, if you you reduce air pressure and continue on into Medano Canyon, you will need your own
air compressor to re-inflate your tires. It is not recommended to drive the rocky roadbed beyond the sandy section with low tire
pressure; wheel damage may occur.
- Crossing 2 status: This crossing has a significant washout. Only vehicles with high clearance should attempt to make the crossing.
- Crossing 2 to Crossing 6 status: Road is rough, but passable. The 'squeeze rock' area is in decent condition.
- Crossing 6 to crossing 9 status: The mud hole above crossing 6 is full of water and the bottom is becoming soft, likely to bog own
a vehicle. It has potential to worsen the more it is used. Travel beyond/above crossing 6 is NOT RECOMMENDED until conditions improve.
- Just before Crossing 8 status: The road has given way and there is a 3-foot (1m) shelf that is not possible to drive. Visitors have
created a bypass out of necessity, but travel through this area is not recommended.
- Between Crossing 8 and Crossing 9 status: The road is now soft mud. Several areas are holding water. These are passable for the
time being, but it continues to worsen the more this section is used. Travel not recommended.
- Crossing 9 to the Medano Lake Trailhead Intersection status: Lots of water is running down the road, with areas of standing water,
but for now it is still passable. The Medano Lake Trailhead parking is NOT AACCESSIBLE by vehicle. Visitors should not attempt
to access this area by vehicle. It is narrow, and turning around can be difficult.
- Medano Lake Trailhead intersection to Pass Summit status: This section of road should NOT be attempted as there has been
water running in this area creating mud as deep at 3 feet (1m). Multiple vehicles have been stuck in this area, and cannot get unstuck
without assistance from a vehicle that is equipped with recovery gear. Visitors that have continued to try and drive through this
area have significantly damaged the surrounding resources. We can all display our appreciation and respect these fragile resources
by not entering this section. Enjoy the anticipation of returning another day! :)
5/19/23 - Courtesy of Great Sand Dunes Nat Park :)
- Medano Pass is FULLY OPEN for 2023.
- Sand status is moist due to rains this week. Most high clerance 4x4s should make it thru without dropping the tire pressures.
- Creek levels are moderate. Cross with care as ever. Full update @ Great Sand Dunes NP.
5/9/23 - Courtesy of Great Sand Dunes Nat Park :)
- Medano Pass Road is OPEN, but only as far as the 4th creek crossing, 6.4 miles in from the southern entrance.
- Beyond the fourth creek crossing are snowdrifts and unstable creek crossings. See NP road map.
- CR 559 the eastern end of Medano Pass Road is still CLOSED at Muddy Creek, the entrance off Hwy 69.
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METBERRY GULCH
CR 205
CEDAR MOUNTAIN ROAD CR-51
Start 8,585 ft. End 7,145 ft. |
Teller County.
South Platte Ranger District |
303-275-5618 |
OPEN
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5/13/23 |
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| 5/13/23 - Courtesy of Lisa D. :)
- Metberry CR 205 is OPEN and no snow all the way. Note - there is some new channeling on the trail from the big rains.
- Cedar Mountain Road, Teller County Road 51 is OPEN. Note - there are bigger washouts on this road at the north end,
the Westcreek end.
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MIDDLE ST. VRAIN
FSR 114.1
Peaceful Valley Camp 8,531 ft.
Camp Dick 8,639ft
Buchanan Pass
Trailhead 9,617 ft |
Arapho-Roosevelt/ Boulder Ranger Dist
Boulder County |
970-295-6600
303-541-2500 |
CLOSED
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COMMENTS:
| 11/4/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor, Adam M. :)
- The Middel St. Vrain 4WD Road is now CLOSED for the season. Gate at Camp Dick is CLOSED and LOCKED.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status enthusiasts, Adam M. + Zac B. :)
- Middle St Vrain FSR 114.1 was OPENED for 2023 by the Trail Ridge Runners today in association with the FS Boulder Ranger District .
Nice work people! Thanks from all and also, for share-back status!
- The trail is OPEN all the way to the Coney Creek Crossing.
- Road if rougher after the rain this spring due to the water on the roadbed removing smaller material. One tree was removed.
- Fencing along the two water holes has been repaired. Enjoy!
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District :)
- Middle St. Vrain FSR 114.1 is CLOSED. Anticipated opening date is June 15, 2023.
- Spur trail Coney Creek Road FSR 507.1 is also CLOSED. Same anticipated opening date.
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MILLER CREEK
FSR 172.1/
RED ELEPHANT HILL RD FSR 171.3A |
Arapaho NF/
Clear Creek R Dist
Clear Creek County |
970-295-6600
303-567-3000 |
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MILLER ROCK ROAD
FSR 252 & 252.1A
Junct Riverside Rd 7,835 ft
MillerRock 8,635ft
Junct Overland Dr 8,439 ft. |
Boulder |
303-541-2500 |
OPEN
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6/3/23 |
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| 6/3/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor Adam M. :)
- Miller Rock Road is OPEN for 2023. Passable to the saddle at the top.
- The first obstacle at the curve on the way to the saddle has changed a bit.
- Miller Rock Spur Road FSR 252.1A, running west to Miller Rock,
and also Headache Road FSR 523.1 to the east along the ridge are also OPEN, but trail condition is unknown. Been here?? Share back!
- Have not been down the main obstacle on FSR 252. Again - been here?? Share back!
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MINERS CREEK
FSR 1000.1 |
White River/Dillon Ranger District |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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6/29/23 |
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| 6/29/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Bevan F. :)
- Miners Creek is OPEN to the end and dry except for the two creek crossings.
- Trail is about the same as it has been. Moderate difficulty, steep and rocky. Fun 30 min drive one way. Enjoy!
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District once again!! :)
- Miner's Creek FSR 1000.1 is OPEN to highway legal vehicles – No ATVs, unlicensed motorcycles, or snowmobiles.
- Keep in mind, that dispersed camping is available after first 1.5 miles. [Both gates open]
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District. :)
- Miners Creek Road FSR is currently CLOSED to all vehicles.
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MINERAL CREEK / LOWER ENGINEER PASS ROAD
FSR 878/
SAN JUAN COUNTY ROAD 17.
Mineral Point Mill 11,550 ft
Junct CR-17 & CR-2 12,038 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
Ouray County &
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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7/28/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/28/23 - Courtesy of regular trail traveler/contributor ALT2870. :)
- Mineral Creek CR-17 remains OPEN.
- Took CR-18, western end of Mineral Creek Road CR-17, as the shortcut to Engineer. Road is deceiving as up until the first obstacle at
37.9791646,-107.6422948
doable by pretty much any 4x4/AWD with the right lines. Even the shelf road is plenty easy with passing spots. That first obstacle will
be your test whether you can go beyond and even then if you struggle consider turning around before you get in too deep. (I did it in
4H and think that may be a good test.) There are several other obstacles perhaps not as bad but will test you especially with off camber.
As noted below, trail is definitely getting harder.
- Airing down is a MUST. (I did 25PSI with 315's.) We met someone just above the first obstacle who completely tore their side wall.
Found out they had ~40PSI in their tires. (Did I mention they were All Seasons as well?) They were in good spirits but please be
careful out there.
- Best we all Stay-Alert and recognize our limits. When in doubt, or find you decide to turn around on CR-18, simply
detour and take Animas Forks CR-2 instead.
7/8/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Michael De Ls R. :)
- CR-17 remains OPEN all the way. Open most of two weeks now.
- Heavy erosion is making this trail much more difficult to traverse than it used to be. Drove it in a stock Nissan Pro 4X today, there
were some challenging spots where the trail has worn away leaving behind more off-camber exposed rock (very little trail left) and skid
plate/rocker hits. Take care and enjoy the trail. Chose ahead if turning around is the best option for you.
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MINNIE GULCH RD San Juan CR 24
Junct CR 24 & CR2
9,901 ft.
M Gulch Trailhead 11,590 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
San Juan County |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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6/24/23 |
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| 6/24/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trail, again :)
- Minnie Gulch and adjacent Maggie Gulch are OPEN for 2023. Snow reported at the higher reaches. Got detail? Share back?
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan R&B :)
- Minnie Gulch remains CLOSED. Clearing process has not yet commenced. Been a big winter. Watch this space.
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MOODY HILL ROAD
FSR 513
CRYSTAL MTN ROAD FSR 344
GREEN PIG ROAD FR 132
Start 9,694. ft
Moody Hill 7,895
Crystal Hill 9,730 |
Canyon Lakes RD
Larimer County |
970-295-6700
970-498-5650 |
CLOSED
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6/15/23 |
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| 6/15/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District, yet again. :)
- Moody Hill is classed as still being CLOSED. Again as a result of fire damage.
5/16/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District. :)
- Moody Hill Road FSR 513 is CLOSED. Anticipated opening date: 6/15.
- Crystal Mountain Road FSR 344 is CLOSED. Anticipated opening date: 6/15.
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| MOON/GAMBLE GULCH FSR 411.1 |
Boulder |
303-541-2500 |
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MOSQUITO PASS
Park Co. CR 12
Lake Co. CR 3
Start 10,934 ft
Pass 13,185 ft |
Pike/South Park
Lake County &
Park County |
719-836-2031 |
OPEN
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7/29/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/29/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor Matt B. :)
- Mosquito Pass trail is completely OPEN for 2023, from Alma to Leadville and vice versa.
- The only snow on the trail was not even noteworthy and will be gone in a few days. The trail is in fantastic condition.
- For those wondering, the large snow drift on the Alma side mentioned below, update of 7/20/23 by Rocco S., has virtually gone. Enjoy!
7/27/23 - Highlighted by trusted trail-scout, Josh B. again. :)
- Mosquito Pass is reportedly OPEN for 2023 right through on both sides. No photo supplied as yet. Shoot back photos anyone??
7/26/23 - Highlighted by trusted trail-scout, Josh B... yet again. :)
- Word's out on a vehicle making it over Mosquito Pass, by traversing the snowfield which we reported blocking the trail east of
the summit - see last update below thanks to Rocco. Anyone confirm? Photos??... that the vehicle didn't go feral over the terrain,
is the main concern, before Bushducks dares to include updates. Yeah, none of us who appreciate the trails, want to be part of
encouraging incorrect trail behavior.
7/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Rocco S. :)
- There is still a large deep drift (photo)
blocking all routes over Mosquito Pass. The drift is just east of the summit, Alma side, at 39.287501,-106.179080
- Without shoveling, that drift at 12,950 ft, will take weeks to melt, it is very shaded below the face of Kuss Peak rising to
13,546 ft. The drift is located on the long shelf road that leads down to the ridge (some refer to as the False Summit) above North
London Mine.
- I came in via CR-3 , the Leadville side, up and over the pass without issues until the above snow drift. Traffic was coming off
Birdseye Gulch trail, west of the pass (OPEN since 7/2/23) but it looked muddy. The drift east of the summit stops at the
convergence of the two roads below it, high above American Flats. A group of subarus came from the Alma side and had no issue turning
around at the drift.
6/27/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Fred M. :)
- Park County side heading up Mosquito Pass Road CR-12, along Mosquito Creek, is open to the snow field at the London Mine, approx 12,330 ft. and nearby Oliver Twist Lake.
- Beware, lots of flowing water. Wildflowers are out - enjoy the scene!
5/28/23 - Courtesy of long time trai-status contributor Don Holmgren :)
- Deep snow on Mosquito Pass Road, Lake County Road CR-3, being the West side, at 11,440 feet elevation, approx 0.5 miles above
Diamond Mine gate. See Bushducks FB Community post by Don H.
- I suspect it will be several weeks before you can drive to Mosquito Pass summit at 13,186 ft from this west side.
- Awaiting update on Park County Road CR-12 approach to Mosquito Pass. Watch this space. Better still, share back....if U know,
U know... let others know too ;)
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MOUNT ANTERO 4WD ROAD FSR 278.A/
Upper Browns County 4WD Road FSR 278/
Baldwin Creek Road FSR 277 |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591
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6/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/26/23 - Courtesy of avid contributor, CORE! :)
- Upper Browns County 4WD Road FSR 278 is OPEN up to the first series of switchbacks above the treeline. Got additional up to date info?
Share back!
6/11/23 - Courtesy of avid contributor, trail-driver-appreciator Lisa M. :)
Upper Browns County 4WD Road FSR 278 is still a full stop pretty much at the tree line, as per the update of 6/3/23 - See
Below. Snow drift, after snow drift, then more sno-drift..... as far as the eye can see. Gonna take time.
Latest FSR 278 trail-staus foto up on Bushducks FB.
- Baldwin Creek 4WD Road FSR 277 is fully OPEN for 2023.
Fotos/map on Bushducks FB.
- Snow drifts are mostly bashed thru, but expect delays and challenges until the full melt. Remember to Stay-d-Trail and respect the
suroundings.
- Passable with a capable rig all the way thru to the MVUM point, approx 150 yards from beautiful Baldwin Lake.
- Enjoy the final hike beyond the MVUM end point. Worth it! 100%!
6/3/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Lisa M. :)
- Baldwin Creek 4WD Road FSR 277 remains OPEN and is now clear to travel.
- This is a beautiful place to camp, except when you encounter as we did, a pile of trash left behind by others. Sigh! We did a
cleanup, yet found it impossible to remove the melted blue tarp now permanently stuck to the firepit rocks. Double sigh, that a few
can and do, tarnish the name of all who use and appreciate the mountain trails.
** Upper Browns County Road 4WD is OPEN and mainly clear until you approach the treeline. We cleared 7 downed trees and
pushed on through many snow drifts until they became too deep to continue safely. We turned around at 11,700 ft at 38.6794 N,
106.2684 W, approx 0.7 mile before the first switchback above the treeline as you head up the west-southwest face of Mount Antero.
A most successful day :)
5/16/23 - Courtesy of CORE :)
** Snow and ice flows, a lethal trail combination, a short distance up Baldwin Creek 4WD Road 277 on the north side, means the
trail is currently classed as OPEN, yet CLOSED by snow. Watch this space.
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| Mount Baldy/Captain Jacks |
Pike National Forest/ El Paso County |
719-836-2031 |
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MOUNT BLANCA/ LAKE COMO
FSR 975
Junct Hwy-150 7,648 ft.
Lake Como 11,803 ft. |
Rio Grande/ Saguache/
Conejos Peak R Dist
Alamosa County |
719-655-2547
719-274-8971 |
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| MOUNT BROSS FSR 787 Plus More Trail # |
Pike/South Park |
719-836-2031 |
OPEN
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7/18/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/18/23 - Courtesy of trail contributor Jerry L, once again! :)
- Mount Bross is OPEN all the way for 2023.
- The trail is in good shape this year, I took 21 Jeeps all the way to the top.
7/4/23 - Courtesy of trail contributor Henry L, once again! :)
- We made it up Mount Bross to 13,600' before the road was blocked by snow. There was a strip of dry ground on the outside of the
snow bank, so it should not be long before it melts enough to be passable.
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| Mount McClellan |
Arapaho/Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
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MOUNT PRINCETON
FSR 322 /
LUCKY MINE ROAD
FSR 322.A
Mount Princeton Trailhead 8,918ft
Bristlecone Park Chalet 12,124 ft.
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San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591
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OPEN
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7/7/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/7/23 - Courtesy of trail-status gurus CORE, once again! :)
- Mt Princeton is now OPEN all the way to the top for 2023. You can now access Bristlecone Park Chalet. Yay!
6/25/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Kevin. :)
- Mt. Princeton Road FSR 322 and on up past the radio towers onto Lucky Mine Road FSR 322.A is OPEN to travel for 2023.
- Be prepared to turn around, as near the top, at close to 11,800 ft, there is a deep snow drift running right along the road for about
200' well before you reach the chalet. Stunning sight! Snow blockage foto on Bushducks FB coming soon. Happy to let mother nature do her melt and return another day. :)
- The trail is passable on foot if you wish to hike on to
Bristlecone Park Chalet at 12,100 ft., or wish to hike further still on up Mt. Princeton Trail #1401, hiking only trail, to Mt.
Princeton summit at 14,1,73 ft. All spectacular, no matter what point you climb to.
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| MOUNT ZION 4WD FSR 109 |
San Isabel NF/ Leadville R Dist |
719-553-1400
719-486-0749 |
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NAPOLEON PASS
Southside FSR 540
North/Tincup-side
via Mid Ridge Rd FSR 953.1
Junct FSR 765 10,693 ft.
Nap Pass 12,040ft
Tincup 10,138 ft. |
Gunnison Nat Forest
Gunnison R District
Gunnison County |
970-641-0471
970-641-0044 |
OPEN
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9/20/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 9/20/23 - Courtesy of trail rider Andy S. :)
- Rode through Napoleon Pass from Tin Cup side. The wooded sections of the trail are challenging due to trees, ruts, and rocks. One
spot in particular, on the Tin Cup side between the mine and the meadow required lockers and multiple attempts. The view from the top
was worth it!
7/25/23 - Courtesy of CORE monitoring and keeping trails open to travel. :)
- Invariably a late opener, Napoleon Pass is now fully OPEN for 2023 courtesy of CORE trail crew taking to the shovels to clear out the
remaining snow drift. Trail is off-camber in spots, but doable with care.
- Trail is busy, and sadly paying the price of some early season vehicle drivers leaving the trail in snowy conditions, skirting the snowfields
and cutting up the vegetation down below the trail on north side of the pass. A total no, no! Not an open play area. We all know,
Stay-D-Trail is essential. Vegetation damage repairs, are extremely slow. Driver misbehavior scars linger, others follow giving us all a
bad reputation that lingers even longer and bring on the potential for official closure gates.
- Cross-country Travel Prohibited signs are a sad reminder of the extent of damage caused unesessarily here, over at Hancock Pass and
worse still at Italian Creek this opening summer season.
- Report trail misbehavior to the district rangers office, ideally with photographic evidence. We can all play our part in making trail
misbehavior socially unacceptable. Let's keep the trails we all love, open. Stay-D-Trail, enjoy the trail, shun trail terrain abuse.
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| NICHE ROAD / CR-6 3/10 |
BLM |
Grand Junction |
OPEN**
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COMMENTS:
| 5/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Jeffrey W. :)
- Northwestern access road to Uncompahgre NF, Niche Road / 6.3 Rd, is OPEN, but blocked due to landslide.
- Landslide is about 1/2 mile from the mesa on the shelf road, prevents access to this entire area. Mud and rocks have collapsed from
uphill side of shelf road, thus blocking passage.
- Niche Road,
4 miles east of Gateway on CO Hwy 141 runs up Castro Draw for 16 miles over Calamity Mesa to Calamity Camp Mining site
at Latitude/Longitude: 38.61208, -108.85284.
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| NO NAME GULCH ROAD FSR 705.1 |
White River/Holy Cross |
970-827-5715 |
OPEN **
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6/2/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/2/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. :)
** No Name Gulch is OPEN for 2023. Please note, the trail is impassable due to snow at 2 miles after the gate.
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| North Fork Reservoir Road |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591 |
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OHIO PASS/CREEK ROAD FSR 730
Base 8,419 ft.
Ohio Pass 10,098ft |
Gunnison NF/ Gunnison County
Gunnison Ranger District |
970-641-0471
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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6/29/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/29/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Ryan G. :)
- Ohio Creek is OPEN for 2023!
- Drove from Kebler to Gunnison. Trail is totally open and completely clear.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Bart C.
- Ohio Pass is still CLOSED, presumably to due to snow. You can travel as far as the road gate.
- Check out the CLOSURE further west, over on the Kebler Pass trail-status.
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OLD FLOWERS RD
FSR 152 |
Canyon Lakes |
970-295-6700 |
OPEN **
CLOSED
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6/15/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/15/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District, again. :)
- Old Flowers Road FSR 152, west of Jack's Gulch Campground is OPEN.
** Campground use/entry is not permitted due to post fire hazards.
- Old Flowers Road FSR 152 between Stove Prairie Road and Pingree Park Road is OPEN.
5/16/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District. :)
- Old Flowers Road FSR 152- BETWEEN Stove Prairie Road and Pingree Park Road.
- Old Flowers Road FSR 152 - WEST of Jack's Gulch Campground is CLOSED until further notice. Campground use/entry is not permitted due
to post fire hazards.
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OPHIR PASS
FSR 630, FSR 679
Junct Hwy 550 10,083 ft.
Ophir Pass 11,789. Ophir 9,850 ft. |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-327-4835 |
OPEN
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7/13/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/13/23 - Courtesy of contributor Todd B. & San Miguel County, once again in both cases! :)
- Ophir Pass is now OPEN both sides. Yes, now a thru route for 2023!
- No trail surface report as yet, if anyone cares to share back?? Simply hit Submit on this trail, or/and post up on Bushducks FB
public page.
6/23/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Ben T. :)
- Ophir remains OPEN only on the San Juan / Silverton side. Not a thru route as yet.......
6/15/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Ophir Pass is CR-8 / FSR 679 is OPEN on the San Juan County side. Watch this space for update on thru route..
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Ophir Pass remains OPEN, only from San Juan County for now. Watch this space.
5/24/23 - Courtesy of Messenger Michael M.M. in his new San Juan Jeep :)
- Ophir is OPEN to the top for 2023! On the San Juan county side only.
- Expect some hefty overhangs as you progress up.
- Riding in Messenger II is certainly smoother than pushing a county dozer all that way to the top. Remember, we wouldn't be up here
if weren't for those county dozer guys!
5/9/23 - Courtesy of the Mighty Max :)
- San Juan County's new kid Rusty, who took over Mighty Max's position is dozing his way up Ophir Pass FSR 679. As MM says,
Rusty being new and yeah, needs to learn where the road is (in the snow)...... literally by the seat of his pants. He should get there soon, but only MM
knows what exactly soon means. All the best and safe dozing, new guy Rusty!
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District. :)
- Ophir Pass remains CLOSED by snow.
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OTTO MEARS TOLL ROAD FSR 869/
TOLL ROAD GULCH/
UPPER KERBER EAST ROAD /
County Road 47YY |
San Isabel/Salida
Salida Ranger Dist
Saguache Ranger District |
719-539-3591
719-655-2547 |
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| 8/1/23 - Courtesy of trail contributor, Shawn F. :)
- Otto Mears Toll Road FSR 869 /Toll Road Gulch/ Upper Kerber Creek Road is OPEN some time now for 2023. The trail is in good condition.
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OWL CREEK (PASS)-CIMMARON ROAD
FSR 858.
Junct FSR 858 & CR8 7,789 ft.
OC Pass 10,114 ft |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
BLM/Gunnison |
970-240-5300
970-641-0471 |
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| 6/23/23- Courtesy of Robert A. :)
- Owl Creek (Pass)-Cimmaron Road remains OPEN all the way.
- Drove from CO-550 in Ridgeway over the pass and on to CR-50 in Cimmaron with no issues to report. You could drive a Prius over it! :)
6/11/23- Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails Group members, again. :)
- Owl Creek Pass remains OPEN.
- Reports of melting drifts causing changed conditions. Be prepared! Share-back updates :)
5/31/23- Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails Group members :)
- Reports of vehicles still getting stuck in the snow on Owl Creek - Cimarron Road FSR 858, above Deb's Meadow on the last climb to
the pass. Reminder - not to travel alone and travel an appropriate distance apart to deal with leading vehicle geting stuck.
- Gate is CLOSED on the Cimarron side, despite the trail being clear of snow at the gate.
5/28/23- Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails Group member Patty M. :)
- Owl Creek Pass is still CLOSED to snow. We tried Owl Creek today in our SSV but still blocked by deep snow. Much diggin out of our SSV... :)
5/28/23- Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- CR-8 which becomes FSR 858 is still impassable due to snow 3.7 miles within the NF. Watch this space!
Better still, share back your photos on Bushducks FB / Bushducks Twitter
5/15/23- Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Owl Creek Pass CR-8 / FSR 858 is CLOSED. Usual opening 4/16/24. Not so this year. Watch this space.
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| Pace Lake Road |
BLM Grand Junction |
303-239-3600 |
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Peak 9 Trail
FR248 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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| PEAK 10 TENMILE RANGE TRAIL / BRECKENRIDGE SKI AREA ROAD FSR 751.1 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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| 9/1/23 - Courtesy of John D. :)
- Yes, Peak 10 Road is open all the way now. We drove all the way up to the weather station this morning.
- Never traveled it before, but it seemed to be in good condition. No washouts, etc. Easily traversed it in a stock Rubicon Gladiator.
The very last switchback before the summit seems pretty dug out but was still very passable.
7/26/23 - Courtesy of backcountry scouts, regular contributors Josh B. & 4-legged Luna. :)
- Dillon Ranger District have opened up Peak 9 & 10 Road, FSR 751.1 (Breckenridge Ski Area Road) gate above the Mercury Superchair at
11,500 ft. Trail is suitable to travel to Fourth of July Bowl. No status report beyond up toward Peak 10 weather station, as yet. Anybody??
7/7/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District, once again! :)
- Peak 10 Road FSR 751 is CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
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PEARL PASS
CR-15D / FSR 102 & FSR 738
P Pass 12,705 ft. |
White River NF
/GMUG NF
Gunnison R Dist.
Pitkin &
Gunnison County |
970-945-2521
970-874-6600
970-641-0471 |
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COMMENTS:
| 11/8/23 - Courtesy of trusted Pearl Pass Mayor, Carl B., yet again.
- Well, Pitkin County is going to lock the gate at Ashcroft on November 10th at 6:00 am.
- Another season on Pearl Pass road has come and gone for 2023.
- I never made it to the bridge above the Mace since the last big snow. Made it just past the spring, but not to the bridge.
10/12/23 - Courtesy of Pearl Pass Mayor, Carl B., once again.
** We had a big snow storm last night and I was in a foot of snow at the bridge over Castle Creek above the Mace hut today at 10,990ft.
at 39.0049931,-106.8418324.
- There was 2 inches of snow at the end of pavement on Castle Creek Road at 9,700 ft. Despite having a set of chains on my Toyota Tacoma,
I never got to the intersection of Montezuma Basin FSR 129.1 and Pearl Pass Road, only a climb of some 90 ft. above the bridge upriver
of Mace Hut.
** Even if it warms up, I don't think Pearl Pass will be passable anymore for 2023... IMHO.
8/24/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Pearl Pass Mayor, Carl B.
- The snowfield on the Aspen side has melted down to where there's bare rock showing itself on one tire track only. The former snow
obstacle is no longer an issue and people are driving over the pass from both sides now. I was followed on up the pass by a cool looking
Hummer Humvee.
8/14/23 - Courtesy of new trail-status contributor, Frank M. Welcome Frank - appreciated by all!
- Pearl Pass remains OPEN. I did both sides of the pass, no problem. The remaining snow is nothing to be concerned with, 4x4 low, no
sliding, no problem. Rode this in a Canam X3.
8/13/23 - Courtesy of new trail-status contributor, D.T. - appreciated by all!
- I did P.P. from Aspen to Crested Butte over the weekend, this Aspen side snow field
at 12,280 ft, shortly after the start of the talus slope, was still pretty sketchy, but plenty of massive boulders to winch off of.
8/12/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor, Pear Pass Mayor, Carl Buckingham, once again. :)
- Aspen side of Pearl Pass is now OPEN to four wheelers for 2023. Photos up on Bushducks Facebook soon. I made it to the summit of
the pass today! Had to chain up to get across the snow field still covering the trail. The lower edge of the field starts at 12,280 ft,
shortly after the start of the talus slope, at 38°59.110' -106°49.720'.
Upper edge of snow field is 38°59.077' -106°49.707'.
- Crested Butte side of Pearl Pass is also now OPEN to four wheelers for 2023. Photos on Bushducks Facebook. I met some
people who had shoveled through the snow drift on the last section coming up on the Crested Butte side. CORE
Keep Trails Open and Marcus T. on digging duty, once again! We have a through route for those prepared to chain up if approaching from the Aspen side.
Enjoy!
8/7/23 - Courtesy of regular Pearl Pass trail contributor, Carl Buckingham and friend. :)
- Pearl Pass on the Crested Butte side: Trail remains open, yet blocked by one remaining, yet seriously deep snow drift. Located at
38.977355, -106.824200,
just a stones throw from the pass, this one deserves respect at 12,621 ft, on this final section of the shelf road up to the summit.
Some attempts have been made to dig, push on through, but that's a lot of snow to move by hand at that altitude. Best wait up, or bring up a
team of able-bodied diggers.... and a packed lunch. :)
- Pearl Pass on the Aspen side: Trail remains open, yet also blocked by an equally serious scale snow drift. This one, at 12,200 ft, a
short distance above the start of the talus slope at 38.984910, -106.828606,
classically lingers on. Another drift at 12,535 ft., on the final pull up to the summit, has just about melted off the trail. People
shouldn't expect to drive to the top without snow for about 2-3 more weeks.
- Reminder to all of us: Stay safe. Do not travel beyond one's own safe zone.
7/31/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributors, M.T. & A.Z.'s genuine concern.
- A report on making it thru to Pearl Pass from the Aspen side, seemed plausable. However, validating the route taken as
adhering to the trail, staying to the trail 100%, have not been as forthcoming. A shame to cast doubt on a trail-driver's potentially
awesome efforts to push thru, but given the scale and location of the snowdrifts on the Aspen side, it's best for now, we consider
Pearl as still blocked by snowdrift..
- The snowdrifts in question are listed in the update below, 7/28/23, by long-time Pearl Pass trail patrol guy, Carl B.
7/28/23 - Courtesy of long time Pearl Pass trail scout, Carl B. :)
- Pearl Pass remains blocked by same massive snow drift on the Aspen side. See post dated 7/25/23 by Carl B.
- There is no travel route above the lower adge of this blockage point that allows for staying to the trail.
- Park up and take a lengthy hike to see the next impressive snow blockage just above the start of the talus slope at 12,235 ft., located at
38.987247, -106.829869.
This drift has also completely buried the trail beneath, with close to 40 degrees of tilt/snow cover. No point in shovel work on the
lower, initial solid drift, today, what with this talus slope drift on up ahead.
- Although I gained no progress up the trail today, as per usual, it has not been a wasted trip as it allowed
for additional trail maintenance as I repeatedly pass evolving concerns along the trail. Yup, vegetation pruning and placement, plus
irrigation chores to curb erosion, always worth the effort.
7/26/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-traveler Andrew B. :)
- I rode my mountain bike to the top. There is an even larger drift. It's a deep one, 1/4 mile drift. See drift photos on Bushducks FB.
7/25/23 - Courtesy of avid Pearl Pass trail-status contributor Carl B., yet again. :)
- Reached a new high point today on the Aspen approach to Pearl Pass. Elevation 11,889 ft. at 38°59.830'N 106°50.321'W
- This is a HUGE pile of snow!
There's a road in there somewhere. No point in getting the shovel out with this scale of drift. Time to turn around.
7/18/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor Carl B. :)
- Pearl Pass on the Aspen side is classed as OPEN, yet still blocked by snow drifts above Tagert Hut.
The snow blockage I encountered just past Tagert Hut 9 days ago, has melted and I got above the first substantial obstacle today.
Climbing on up the trail I could see more drifts ahead.
- I shoveled some of the edge of next major snow drift and the top 3 or 4 inches where it was soft. Too much to shovel all, but that
should help the melt for my next return. Elevation reached today was 11,663 ft at 38.998496 N, -106.840039 W.
Time to back down to a suitable palce to turn around. Sad to witness some less than thoughtful drivers who didn't make it past the last
drift obstacle, chose to turn their vehicles on the saturated tundra. Just plain dumb behaviour that reflects on all users. We best all
remember, we all play a part in keeping the trails we love, open. Luv-D-Trails? Stay-D-Trails. Enjoy :)
7/18/23 - Courtesy of trail contributor Alec Z. :)
- Pearl Pass, Crested Butte side is classed as OPEN, yet not open all the way thru. You can drive 12.2 miles in(one way) from
the Crested Butte Brush Creek trailhead. Clear and driveable coming from the Crested Butte side up to 12,090 ft at 38.96973,-106.83095,
the scenic lunch spot before the final shelf-y stretches to the pass itself.
- The last 2 short shelf-y stretches from the pass itself are blocked by a large snow drift. Foto on Bushducks FB. The lower end of the drift is at about
38.975104, -106.826470, at 12,500 ft.
- The smaller mud bog is easily crossable at the moment, the larger still looks ominous without a recovery partner behind you.
- The first 2 creek crossings are rushing and about 25-30 inches deep , all others are shallower.
7/9/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, Carl B., yet again :)
- Pushed on up further again this time through more snow drifts. Little melt since my last day up here 6/28/23. Could only progress
100 ft. Drifts too deep, still below the timberline. Fotos up on Bushducks FB.
6/28/23 - Courtesy of long time contributor, lone trail-rider, Carl B. & trusty Power Wagon! :)
- Returned to Pearl, been a few days, so chains on, lunch packed, hit the trail up Castle Creek and managed to push on past Tagert
Hut.
- Creek running heavy with run off, but managed to climb out on the snow drift the far side. Wouldn't recommend this crossing to
folk in a non-modified vehicle, as would be impassable to many. Not surprising, no sign of vehicles having attempted beyond the
crossing. Suggest turning around here for regular vehicles for safety sake.
- Made it up through the initial switchbacks as you climb away from Castle Creek. Still snow drifts here in the trees. Pushed through
several yet had to call it a day a short distance past the second switchback (room to turn at the switchback) due to repeat snow
drifts blocking the trail. Photo & location on Bushducks FB.
Too many, too deep starting at 39.001570, -106.839438,
to warrant pushing any further today. Still in the trees at 11,360 ft. Not far to the timberline, but no chance today. Time to turn
around while creek crossing is managable. Watch this space.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-blazer Carl B. :)
- Back again to push on up Pear Pass Road along Castle Creek valley some more from the north, the Aspen side. Chains all around again
and lockers as needed, I managed bust through more snow drifts today to get past the turn to Montezuma Road FSR 129.1. Eventually reached
Tagert Hut at 11,280 ft, at 39.003464, -106.839694
- No further today, time to call it a day to return safely before conditions become threathening. Travel in these parts is not to be
taken lightly, avalanches can and do occur.
- See Carl's Power Wagon photos at Tagert Hut
with the rim of Malemute Peak (13,251 ft) towering overhead in the background, on Bushducks FB. The dam-keeper's hut dates back to the
1880's and has served as a base for many roles from mining days in the Elk Mountains, to current day public use.
- Read the last entry below which includes a link to the 2019 avalanche which buried Mace Hut, about 1/2 mile back down the valley.
6/15/23 - Courtesy of trail-blazing Pearl Pass Mayor Carl B. :)
- Slow going, yet made good progress busting through snow drifts on Pearl Pass Road FSR 102, today.
- The initial snow drifts I encountered have not melted one bit in the past two weeks. Tire marks indicate someone got all four tires
into the first drift, but made no progress. Time to prep the Power Wagon - lower tire pressure, fit 2 pair of chains, select lockers
and started busting thru.
- Coming from Aspen, I made it up just past Mace Hut at 10,650 ft. deep in the valley by Castle Creek.
Location and 2023 trail images on Bushducks FB. This is about 1/4 mile before the road forks. Right for Monterzuma Basin, via
Montezuma Road FSR 129.1. Left starts the slow climb to Pearl Pass at 12,705 ft.
- Definitely needed chains and lockers to bust through the endless snow drifts that are lasting well into June 2023, here in the shade
of the trees.
- Mace Hut was far enough for today's trail blazing. Time to head home for safety reason. Had to push back through the drifts on
leaving too. No fast melt here. I'll be back to push on up some more soon. Watch this space for Power Wagon progress ;)
- Mace Hut buried by
avalanche in 2019. Video after the big dig-out! Remember, the hut is private property. Please respect.
5/22/23 - Courtesy of Pearl Pass Mayor Carl Buckingham :)
- Pearl Pass, for those wondering of its status, is still well and truly snowed under and will be for weeks. Local Aspen roads are
still snow blocked at around 10,400 feet. Pitkin County unlocks the Pearl Pass access gate at Ashcroft on May 15th. So by now, you
can usually travel quite some distance up Castle Creek valley. For 2023 however, different story. Coming from Aspen, there's no
access beyond the first creek crossing of Castle Creek after the campsites. That's only 2 or so miles up Pearl Pass Road.
- Still champing at the bit? Some insight.... Back in 2022, by July 2, Carl had managed to push on thru some snow drifts to reach
the second switchback above Wilson-Green and Taggert huts. See foto on Bushducks FB of 2022.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Asprin-Sopris Ranger District
- Pearl Pass is CLOSED to snow.
- In 2022,
Pearl Pass OPENED up as a thru route from both sides on July 21, 2022.
- Admittedly, there was a significant snowdrift challenge at 12,265 ft.
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| Pennsylvania Gulch Boulder County CR 95J.0 |
Roosevelt National Forest |
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| PERU CREEK ROAD FSR 260 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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| 9/23/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Jerry H. :)
- Peru Creek Road remains open and temp was 32 degrees when we arrived at about 9:00AM. Colors are really good, and I would say we weren't quite at
peak yet. There was ice thin ice on puddles and ponds. Adjoining trail, Chihuahua Gulch Road FSR 263.1, was rougher than I remembered it but still fun. Contrary to a
previous post the first part of the trail is open to OHVs. There is a sign that says share the road just inside the gate.
- PLEASE NOTE: I assume the forest service is doing some kind of work and about half of the parking lot was blocked off. The remaining
was already full of vehicles, so we went up the road until we found a wide enough spot to pull off, about halfway to the intersection
of the three trails. The side of the road were at Chihuahua trail head had several cars parked along the road. Please be respectful of
the hikers.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Josh B. yet again!! :)
- Peru Creek is passable to the end now, with no snow on the road. Yay!
6/9/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Josh B. :)
- Peru Creek Road remains OPEN. You can now get to the mill.
5/26/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. and Dillon Ranger District! :)
- Peru Creek Road FSR 260.1 is OPEN today, Memorial Day 2023! Fotos.
- Trail is OPEN to highway legal vehicles. No ATVs, unlicensed motorcycles, or snowmobiles. Designated dispersed camping only.
- Trail has snow patches that are best to travel between late morning until dark. Mushy versus icy!
- NOTE - you CAN'T go up to the mines yet.
- Peru Creek is ripping, but crossable in the right vehicle with the right driver. Don't push the newbie just rolled out of the showroom!!
- Creek goes down after dark, right?! Don't try finding out :)
5/24/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Gate still CLOSED due to little change in snow. Hard to imagine an opening for Memorial Day. Watch this space.
5/21/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Peru Creek Road FSR 260 is CLOSED to all motorised vehicles.
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PICAYUNE GULCH / PLACER GULCH
San Juan CR 9
Treasure Mtn Mine 11,590 ft.
Parson Lake / Gulch view point 12,635 ft |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
/San Juan County |
970-387-8040 | OPEN
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| 6/19/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor Brian B. :)
- Awesome update, the Picayune Gulch combined with Placer Gulch loop is OPEN for 2023!
- Loop road is in good condition.
- Keep in mind there are high snow banks in places on the side.
- Reminder: share back your trail experience photos on Bushducks FB for all to appreciate and comprehend the status even more. :)
6/9/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Picayune Gulch is OPEN for 2023!
- Keep in mind that Placer Gulch remains CLOSED for now. Although clearing is in progress on Placer, the loop,
Picayune-Placer Gulch loop, is NOT an option as of yet. As per usual, watch, this....!
- Full on kudos to the San Juan dozer drivers for their continued 2023 efforts. Those of us who feel the heart pulsate as
we gingerly tread clearly visible, high altitude shelf trails, take our hats off to these dozer drivers who do it by familiarity,
by touch, if not by the skin of their teeth at times. An art, to say the least!
6/2/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Picayune and Placer Gulch loop remains CLOSED for now. Dozer drivers have commenced clearing. Please watch this space with
patience. Hats off to these dozer drivers!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Picayune and Placer Gulch circuit remain CLOSED for now. Clearing work has not yet commenced. Been a big snow year! Watch this space.
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PICKLE GULCH / BLACKHAWK RD.
FSR 718.1
Junct Missouri Gulch Road CR 15S 9,105 ft.
Junct Stewart Gulch FSR 714.1 10,115 ft. |
Arapaho NF /
Clear Ck R District
Gilpin County |
303-567-4382 |
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| 5/29/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Bob S. :)
- Pickle Gulch FSR 718.1 is OPEN all the way.
- More snow on the Alice road side than I've seen in years. Passable but you are going through 4-5 foot drifts.
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| Pinyon Mesa |
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POLE HILL FSR 122 / SOLITUDE CREEK ROAD FSR 122.A
Hwy-36 8,035 ft.
Panorama Peak 9,283 ft. |
Canyon Lakes R Dist |
970-498-2770 |
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| 5/15/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver and contributor Zac B. :)
- As a member of the Big Thompson 4-Wheelers, I'm delighted to share that we OPENED Pole Hill FSR 122 today for the 2023 season.
- Please be resptful of private lands in this area, so all can continue to enjoy this region accessed off Hwy 36.
- Storm Mountain area, nearby and north of Drake on Hwy 34, was supposed to OPEN also today, but still too much mud. It needs to dry out a
bit more. Watch this space for updates.
5/16/23 - Courtesy of Canyon Lakes Ranger District. :)
- Pole Hill FSR 122 is CLOSED. Anticipated opening date is 6/15.
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POMEROY LAKE ROAD
FSR 297.
Junct of FSR 295 10,567 ft.
Lake parking 12,089 ft. |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591 |
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| 9/29/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributor Scott D. reminding us all to keep trails open for 4WD access, thru sensitive usage.
- Pomeroy Lake Road is still OPEN and in great condition. Mostly moderate with a few difficult spots. The lakes are gorgeous!
- This trail has all the classic Colorado content: beautiful high alpine lakes and views, historic mining structures, and, of course,
4WD fun. Highly recommend the 1 mile HIKE at the end to the Upper Pomeroy Lake. I emphasize HIKE because there is clear evidence (in
the form of tire tracks) of individuals riding ATVs or SXSs past the, No Motorized Vehicles, sign straight across the tundra to the
upper lake. Shame! With the forces arrayed against motorized recreation, why hand the powers that be a reason to shut down such a
beautiful place?
6/21/23 - Courtesy of regular trail contributors CORE, yet again. Guys, U rock, U care, U share! :)
- Pomeroy Lake Road is now passable right thru to the parking area, (elevation 12,040 ft.,) above the lake. Lake is free of ice, all
open water.
- We took some time to manually lay down some serious amount of rock to build up a mudhole in the trail where vehicles had deviated slightly
and hugged the edge of the trail and resulted in chewing into the vegetation at the side of the trail. Can't but help to remind
ourselves here, staying the trail, turning back, or doing trail repairs to continue on, is yeah, how we Keep the Trails Open for us
all to enjoy. Trail repairs? Worth the effort? U bet, time and time again!
- The vehicle trail ends here. Can't but suggest taking a hike, easy pace, along Pomeroy Lakes Trail FSR #1439 to see Upper Pomeroy
Lake (12,170 ft.) nestled at the foot of Pomeroy Mountain (12,897 ft.) Lake is currently ice and snow covered. Bliss to observe.
5/22/23 - Courtesy of trail drivers CORE :)
- We made it up the trail, around the first coner just past the tramhouse to be greeted by heavy snow and ice on the northern base
of Pomeroy Mountain. Too dangerous an angle to proceed.
- Gonna be another week or so before we can progress any distance here due to long shadows reducing the melt factor. Watch this space,
or hey, watch CORE's engaging video of their snowy trail explorations in the mountains around St Elmo.
- And be sure to drop in on St Elmo General Store. They've put in many days of spring cleaning to get their store up and going for 2023, their 29th year!.
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PORPHYRY GULCH /
BULLION KING ROAD FSR 822
| Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
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| 7/15/23 - Courtesy of trail status contributor Drew C. :)
- Porphery Gulch/Bullion King Road is OPEN all the way for 2023, including up to Bullion King Lake. There is still snow around
but not on the roads. There were multiple vehicles up there the day I went. The waterfall is looking very full.
6/26/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Kevin D. :)
- Porphyry Gulch/ King Bullion Lake Road FSR 822 is only open for the 1st of its 5 mile length due to large snow bank. Watch this space
for updates. Know of further melt? Share back!
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POUGHKEEPSIE GULCH FSR 876 /
LAKE COMO
San Juan CR 58 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
CLOSED
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| 10/21/23 - Courtesy of Poughkeepsie Gulch trail assessors, Western Slopes 4 Wheelers once again. :)
- Poughkeepsie Gulch last run today by the WS4W. The trail is now CLOSED for the season. Gate is locked. See you in summer 2024.
7/23/23 - Courtesy of Poughkeepsie Gulch trail assessors, Western Slopes 4 Wheelers once again. :)
- The trail was reassessed this afternoon and hey, Poughkeepsie Gulch is now classed as OPEN for the 2023 season.
- Now that FSR 876 has been OPENED by the WS4W members and non-members combined serious shoveling efforts (photo)
this weekend, we best expect it to be popular. Enjoy, let's all travel safely, and yup, Stay-D-Trail.
7/23/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-lovers, Western Slopes 4 Wheelers. :)
- Poughkeepsie Gulch, still under the vail of mother nature, still Closed to snow this morning. This is despite the Western Slope 4 Wheelers
club and non-club members putting their backs to multiple shovels (photo) over the weekend of July 22/23 to try persuade mother nature to let go.
They removed some phenominal amount of serious drifts up to 4 and 5 ft deep over quite some distance. No easy task.
Still, patience is needed for additional melt may be needed before the trail can be re-assessed and a decision made as to when it can safely
open to vehicles. Watch this space and enjoy other trails today.
7/11/23 - Courtesy of avid trail status assesors Western Slopes 4 Wheelers. :)
- Poughkeepsie remains CLOSED following trail-status assessment by WS4W members who commenced the trail from the Engineer Pass Road
CR-18 end. They progressed south until they hit a serious snowfield blocking the trail around 11,500 feet at approx
39.936422,-107.623076
This is before you reach the intersection of the Wall route and alternative bypass route around the wall.
- Apparently there is also a snowfield on the bypass route, perhaps also on the Wall route, then an additional one where these routes
join up again, and lastly another snowfield up near Lake Como.
- WS4W plan on returning around 22nd July, in the hope mother nature has released more of the trail. Depending on the amount of snow then,
they will to attempt a manual effort to clear remaining snow drift sections of the trail. Wishing them well and a safe day of shoveling.
Watch this space.
7/4/23 - Courtesy of avid trail status contributor, Liza M. again. :)
- Snow CLOSURE remains in place at Lake Como blocking access with top end of Poughkeepsie Gulch Road FSR 876. The connector road
between Poughkeepsie and California / Hurricane Passes, at Lake Como is gunna be a while before mother nature relinquishes the trail.
- Lake Como retains much of her stunning vail of snow-capped ice for the 4th July 2023. Watch this space for melt updates, or better still,
go check out Lisa's 4th July Lake Como images on Bushducks FB. Thanks for sharing Lisa! :)
7/1/23 - Courtesy of trail assessing Western Slope 4 Wheelers. :)
- Latest assessment of Poughkeepsie Gulch by WS4W confirms Poughkeepsie gates will not be opening anytime soon. Snow and gates CLOSURE
at both ends remains in place. WS4W are due to return in 2 weeks to see whether mother nature is ready to hand over this area. See
reminder photo of the gulch on Bushducks FB.
6/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B, again. :)
- Poughkeepsie Gulch Road CR-58 is still still classed as CLOSED for now. The county update lists the road as clearing not
started yet. We all NO, going around a closure sign or gate, is a NO NO. Simple! Enjoy the anticipation. :)
6/18/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails, again. :)
- Poughkeesie Gulch is slated for opening on July 1st. Know of any progress on Poughkeepsie? Share back.
6/14/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B. :)
- Poughkeepsie Gulch remains CLOSED for the moment. Dozer driver Ben more than occupied addressing the last of Ouray CR-18 snow at present.
6/2/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B once again :)
- Poughkeepsie Gulch remains CLOSED to snow. Clearing work has no yet commenced.
5/23/30 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Poughkeepsie Gulch San Juan CR-58 remains CLOSED. Clearing work has yet to commence. Watch this space with anticipation.....
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PTARMIGAN (PASS) ROAD / RESOLUTION ROAD
FSR 751.1/FSR 702.1 |
White River/Holy Cross |
970-827-5715 |
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RADICAL HILL
FSR 286.1 & FSR 286.1B |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte |
970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
OPEN
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8/22/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 8/22/23 - Courtesy of Scott B. once again!
- Radical Hill is OPEN for 2023.
- The entire Montezuma-Breck-Jefferson group of trails are all 100% open, Red Cone, St John's, Radical, Deer Creek, The Swans, etc.
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RAINBOW FALLS ROAD
FSR 350
7,496 to 7,637 ft. |
Pikes Peak Ranger Dist |
719-636-1602 |
OPEN
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5/18/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/18/23 - Courtesy of Pikes Peak R. D. :)
- Rainbow Falls Road is OPEN for 2023.
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RAINBOW FALLS RZR LOOP
FSR 347 |
Pikes Peak Ranger Dist |
719-636-1602 |
OPEN
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5/18/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/18/23 - Courtesy of Pikes Peak R. D. :)
- Rainbow Falls ZRZ is OPEN for 2023.
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RAMPART RANGE
FSR 300 / MOUNT HERMAN ROAD FSR 320 |
Pike/South Platte |
303-275-5610 |
CLOSED
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12/1/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 12/1/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Lisa M & RRMMC Rampart Range MOtorized Management Committee :)
- Rampart Range Road FSR 300, my least favorite gate closure, is now CLOSED for the season just south of the main parking lot at CO 67.
- Closure points as follows at: Jackson Creek Road FSR 502; Dakan Mountain Road FSR 563; Gove Creek Road FSR 327; Rampart Reservoir;
Garden of the Gods.
6/5/23 - Courtesy of Pikes Peak Ranger District. :)
- Due to storm impacts, rockslides/washouts and also due to forest fuel reduction exercises, Mount Herman Road FSR 320 is CLOSED
temporarily for quite some section at the eastern end. Dates involved run from June 5, 2023 and are expected to last approx two weeks.
The aim is to create a defensible space along Mount Herman Road. Best to check ahead with the ranger before heading on up there.
- Feedback on the trail status, when it opens again, is appreciated by all.
5/12/23 - Courtesy of Stay The Trail :)
- 5/11/23 - Rampart Range Road received up to 3 feet of snow in recent days. We've been assisting with clearing downed trees. You can
expect to find many more downed trees, branches and washouts. Nice work, Stay The Trail crew! See STT photos on FB
4/1/23 - Courtesy of Pike-San Isabel NF.
- FSR 300 and some surrounding trails officially open April 1.
- Mud-season closure orders may be in place through May 31 depending on weather conditions to protect the roads and trails.
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RED & WHITE MOUNTAIN FSR 734
Eastern Junct of FSR 734 & 700 9,661 ft.
R&W Mt 11,190ft
Western Junct of FSR734 & FSR700 10,462 ft. |
White River /
Eagle-Holy Cross |
970-945-2521
970-827-5715 |
OPEN
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9/3/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 9/3/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor Scott D, yet again! :)
- Red and White Mountain remains OPEN.
- Easy drive thru the woods! All the camping spots seem to be on the Vail (east) side of the trail system. Lots of nice meadows on
the western half of the trail, but very few spots with fire rings, etc. The drive is mostly in the forest, but there are a few spots
with nice views of the Vail valley. Chill place to spend Labor Day weekend!
7/28/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Corss Ranger District, yet again. :)
- Red and White Mountain Road FSR 734.1 is OPEN and clear of snow for 2023.
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Corss Ranger District. :)
- Red and White Mountain Road is slated to OPEN June 21, overall condition dependent. Watch this space.
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RED CONE ROAD
FSR 565
Webster Pass 12,099 ft.
Red Cone 12,786 ft.
Jnct Hall Valley Rd 9,879 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte
Park County |
970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
OPEN
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7/5/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/5/23 - Courtesy of Dean S. once again! :)
- Red Cone Road FSR 565 is indeed OPEN for 2023!
- REMEMBER: You MUST exist once you are down on Webster Pass on out via Montezuma. Travel from Red Cone summit to Webster
Pass is permitted, being one-way travel in that direction. Travel from Webster Pass up to Red Cone is NOT permitted.
- There is no exit off Webster Pass via Handcart Gulch Road FSR 121 as the large drift on the east side of the pass/divide is still
holding strong and closing the trail. Watch this space, as there have been many keen trail travelers whom combined, have managed to
clear this regular long lasting cornice in previous summers. If you're the energetic sort that does assist in clearing, hey share on back
your updates, and yeah photos too, for all to appreciate your efforts! :)
6/29/23 - Courtesy of CO Off Road Trail Reports (Original) yet again!! :)
- MHJC ran Red Cone a few days ago, in a successful, if involved, effort to clear the way to the summit at 12,800 ft.
Trail will OPEN officially any day now. Stay tuned!
- Running the trail involved much digging of some crucial snow drifts that were beyond the pusing through, compacting, or winching. Much
of the trail was already clear to climb.
- REMINDER - Red Cone summit down to Webster Pass is ONE-WAY only, downhill to Webster Pass only. As the sign in place says, All
vehicles must exit via Montezuma or Webster Pass when free of snow. The classic Webster Pass conrice is in full bloom this year. Best not
expect Webster Pass to open on down through Handcart Gulch any day soon. As a result of the partial Red Cone one-way regulation,
flow-on OHV regulations apply restricting travel. - NO B4 U Go!
6/16/23 - Courtesy of trai-rider Josh B. :)
- Red Cone remains CLOSED to snow.
- MHJC, Mile High Jeep Club in association with the Forest Service are slated to run a trip to clear up the trail if possible, starting
June 25th. The FS will then decide whether to open the trail in time for 4th of July.
- REMINDER: When it opens, ALL vehicles need a Parks and Wildlife OHV permit. NO B4 U GO!
6/11/23 - Courtesy of trai-driver Andrew W. :)
- Approached from the Montezuma side to find the gate at bottom of Webster Pass Road FSR 285.1 is still CLOSED. Lots of snow at the gate.
So no chance of getting near Red Cone from this side.
- Gate sign said trail's CLOSED for Spring runoff. Best watch this space.... with patience!
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| Red Canyon Park |
Canyon City |
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| RICHMOND HILL ROAD CR 15E |
Gunnison/Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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7/8/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/8/23 - Courtesy of another regular trail-status contributor who is happy to proceed 'beyond' when safe, ALT280H ;)
- Richmond Hill is now OPEN to through traffic in each direction for 2023!
- The trail is in good shape from Taylor Pass to Little Annie Road and further onto Aspen Mountain and the Sundeck. You'll want a good
vehicle with 4 Low and some clearance. There are a few steep bits including some rocky sections that you'll need to muster over especially if you
start from the Aspen side. I had little issues going the opposite way so if want a boost, go from the Taylor Pass side. Good trail to
warm up for others.
- There are two snow banks one of minor concern. At one, people were going around but with the possibility of slipping down the hill
side as it appeared some did. Broke out the shovel (always worth it) and cut a good 3-4 feet out of it so should have no issues now.
- The other bank is at 39.0506059, -106.7585626
at a fork and not visible till you commit coming down the hill. (Unless you cut across before the drift.) I took stabs at it with the
vehicle and I felt comfortable and busted through the other end. (No Jeeps were harmed in this attempt, LOL) Should be passable now and
melt quicker now.
5/22/23 - Courtesy of local trail-rider and long time contributo to Bushducks, Carl B. :)
- Richmond Hill Road CR 15E is well and truly CLOSED by snow.
- Only paved and plowed local roads open at present. Other local roads blocked around the 10,400 feet mark.
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RIMROCKER TRAIL
Montrose CR-90 & many road numbers.
Pioneer Camp at Buckeye Reservoir 7,633 ft. |
BLM Uncompahgre Field Office
County of Montrose
Town of Nucla |
970 240 5300
970-249-7755 |
CLOSED
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11/30/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 11/30/23 - Courtesy of Rimrocker Trail Org & regular trail-status contributor Lisa M., once again. :)
- Snow blanket in place, Rimrocker Trail has now been put to sleep for 2023. Been a bunch of fun for many. Enjoy the anticipation of
Spring 2024.
6/12/23 - Courtesy of Rimrocker Trail Org & trail-driver Rockwell S. :)
- Expect trail washouts from rain run-offs on RRT. One such washout (photo) highlighted today along Taberguache Creek, near V19 Road, at 38.357710,
-108.699050, couple miles east of Uravan Bridge on CO-141. Detour involves simply jumping onto CO-141 from V-19 Road and jumping back
off CO-141 just west of Uravan Bridge onto Spring Creek Truck Trail to rejoin RRT on U-19 /U-17 Road, and vice versa of course.
- Hit other washouts, obstacles? Share on back here.
6/12/23 - Courtesy of Rimrocker Trail Org once again! :)
- It's official, Rimrocker Trail is now classed as OPEN for 2023!! This follows the clearing and opening of Uncompahgre Divide Road
FSR 402 today by Montrose County Road and Bridge crew. Quite the achievement given the quantity of snow adresssed. Full kudos to all
involved in the 2023 clearing and regrading where required!!
- See current R&B photos of cleared road on Bushducks FB
6/8/23 - Courtesy of Rimrocker Trail :)
6/8/23 - Through efforts on the ground and promising weather, full access to Rimrocker trail may kick in soon. Watch this space.
6/4/23 - Courtesy of Rimrocker Trail :)
** Plateau bypass still in place on Rimrocker Trail, see last update of 5/25/23. West End Road and Bridge crew continue their awesome
plowing efforts to push through. See fotos. Trail not yet passable on the Colorado side over the Uncompahgre Plateau. Watch this space.
5/25/23 - Courtesy of Montrose County Gov :)
- Avoid fast flowing water crossing! Follow suggested detour below to enjoy Rimrocker Trail. Memorial Day 2023 alert.
- Take Dave Wood Road from Montrose to Sanborn Park Road to Norwood. Jump on Highway 145 to 141 (towards Naturita) and either (a) hop
back on the Rimrocker Trail (avoid the water crossing and use the detour) or (b) check out the amazing side trails in the West End
(Nucla Naturita area).
- Rimrocker Trail FB link to detour.
4/25/23 - Courtesy of Montrose County Gov :)
- Rimrocker Trail side trail X4 Road, SW of Paradise Valley CO CLOSED due to La Sal Creek washout at
38°19'09.9"N 108°57'53.6"W
- Trail is CLOSED well before Cliffdweller Mine, never mind Cushin Mine.
- Checkout Bushducks FB for fotos of trail.
4/18/23 - Courtesy of Rimrocker Trail.
** Rimrocker Trail remains CLOSED as thru route at present. Sections opening up....
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ROLLINS PASS East Side AKA CORONA PASS ROAD
FSR 149 |
Arapho-Roosevelt/ Boulder Ranger Dist |
970-295-6600
303-541-2500 |
OPEN
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7/29/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/29/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor Mikey B. :)
- Rollins Pass East, AKA Corona Pass Road FSR 149 is OPEN all the way for 2023, as far as the normal closure point,
39.933220, -105.669743, above Yankee
Doodle Lake, at the former grade cutting rock slide, just above Jenny Lake.
- There are two tight spots for a full size truck. I was lucky enough to spot two bull moose at sunset. What a day!
7/13/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor Brian H.. :)
** Rollins Pass East is blocked by snow at Yankee Doodle Lake! Still!
** I tried to get my ATV over it, through it, etc., but it is too soft and everything just sinks in.
6/11/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Matt B. :)
** Rollins Pass East is OPEN up to 10,490 ft. just after a cutting overlooking a tributary junction of Jenny Creek.
39.926650, -105.645200
See location trail map on Bushducks FB. Snow drifts became too deep to continue.
- Mud puddles and rough like is normal on this trail. Snow drifts becoming too deep to pass eventually. Time to leave it for another
day and more melting.
5/21/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Mike H. :)
- Trail is blocked by heavy snow approximately 3.5 miles from the turn off of E. Portal Road.
- The trail is wet with some snow spots prior to being blocked by snow at approx. mile 3.5. No vehicles had tried to go further.
5/1/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District :)
- Rollins Pass Road is OPEN.
- Reminder: FSR 149, 12 miles of Rollins Pass Road from Gilpin CR 16 to the closure point, quarter mile east of Needles
Eye Tunnel.
- Bring on those spring 2023 trail fotos at Bushducks FB
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ROLLINS PASS West Side AKA CORONA PASS ROAD
FSR 149 |
Arapaho/Sulphur |
970-887-4100 |
OPEN **
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| 6/26/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Bob F. :)
** Rollins Pass West (also known as Corona Pass Road) FSR 149, is only OPEN to the bottom side of the old train trestle. The gate is
CLOSED at that point. It looks like there is still a lot of snow up higher. Watch this space. Photos anyone?
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SAINTS JOHN ROAD
FSR 275.1
Montezuma 10,271
Wild Irishman Mine 11,711 ft
Mt Glacier 12,443 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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8/22/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 8/22/23 - Courtesy of trail enthusiast Josh B., once again! :)
- Saints John Road remains OPEN.
- The entire Montezuma-Breck-Jefferson group of trails are all 100% OPEN, Red Cone, St John's, Radical, Deer Creek, The Swans, etc.
7/21/23 - Courtesy of trail enthusiast Ruth S, and Dillon Ranger District, once again! :)
- I called the Dillon Ranger District and was told that Saints John going up is open to Deer Creek going down. But I'd like to hear a
confirmation from someone who's been there. ANYONE?? Surface condition??
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District once again! :)
- Saints John Road FSR 275 is CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
6/9/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider, avid contributor Josh B. :)
- NF sign indicates Saints John Roas as being CLOSED, but the gate is open. You can't get far beyond the gate, so perhaps don't trust
an open gate in this case.
5/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Saints John Road is now classed as CLOSED to all motorised vehicles.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District :)
- Saints John Road FSR 275 is CLOSED to all vehicles except over-snow vehicles with a state registration.
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SANTA FE PEAK
FSR 264
High Pt @ Sarsfield Mine 12,702 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Summit County |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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7/27/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/27/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor, Jerry L. :)
- Santa Fe Peak Road is now OPEN all the way for 2023.
- Trail is in fairly good shape this year, still skinny at the top but worth the view. Photos anyone??
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District. :)
- Santa Fe Peak Road is CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
6/17/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Santa Fe Peak Road remains under deep snow. Image & map on Bushducks FB. We hit a 6 foot deep drift. No fun backing down. Dog enjoyed the snow though ;)
5/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider Josh B. :)
- Santa Fe Peak Road is now classed as CLOSED to all motorised vehicles.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District :)
- Santa Fe Peak Road FSR 264.1 is unsurprisingly, CLOSED to all but OVERSNOW travel.
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| SARAN WRAP ROAD / TRAIL. |
Pike National Forest |
Near Colorado Springs |
OPEN
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COMMENTS:
| 7/30/23 - Courtesy of no name trail scouts. :)
- Saran Wrap FSR 370.D is OPEN a while now. This short trail has some challenging washout/rock techie sections. Others where you have a
choice to skirt the obstacle. Beware of 'V-Notch', think it best avoided if traveling by yourself.
- Spur trail FSR 370.DA off to the north is also OPEN and show signs of serious coil stretching. We skipped on this.
- Eagle Rock FSR 370.C, also OPEN to go and connects thru from Gold Camp Road to Frosty Park Road to the north. Enjoy!
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SCHOFIELD PASS ROAD FSR 317
Crystal 8,960 ft.
Sch Pass 10,707ft
Gothic 9,467 ft. |
White River/
Aspen-Sophris Ranger District |
970-945-2521
970-963-2266 |
OPEN **
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9/3/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 9/3/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sopris Ranger District & trail-driver Josh B. :)
** Schofield remains passable to those in narrow vehicles, due to the boulder on the trail making it a tight squeeze. No
measurements received on actual width available between the boulder and the rock wall. Been past the boulder? Got update? Hit submit
trail status update and share back.
8/20/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sopris Ranger District & trail-driver Jeremy O. :)
** Schofield is passable. The rock blocking the trail is still in place, yet some vehicles are managing to squeese by it.
7/27/23 - Courtesy of sharing. :)
** Schofield Pass trail-status received stating trail to be open all the way in a vehicle commonly known as a two wheel drive, low-
clearance vehicle. Kudos to many folk who do actually travel trails in such vehicles. Not wanting to reject such seeming achievements,
but photos really help to clarify.
7/14/23 - Courtesy of Aspen Sopris Ranger District, again. :)
** Schofield Pass is classed as Passable. Rough and narrow, high clearance vehicle necessary. No mention of snowdrift near Emerald Lake
melting. No mention slide damage repair on the Marble end. If you go, shoot back update and photos for all to appreciate the status.
7/8/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler contributor Dustin O. :)
- Traveling north from Crested Butte along Gothic Road /Schofield Pass Road FSR 317, the road is CLOSED approximately 300 yards south
of Emerald Lake at 39.00604, -107.0370,
due to a snow plug. Snow plug photo.
This is the usual stretch of trail that is slow to melt slowly at around 10,450 ft. Snow here is a few feet deep. Some dual sport bikes
have passed over the snow plug.
- Coming from Paradise Divide on Paradise Basin Road FSR 317.1, the road is CLOSED due to snow plugs approximately 1 mile from the turn
to Schofield Pass.
6/26/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Bill V. :)
- Schofield Pass remains CLOSED.
- Traveling north from Crested Butte along Gothic Road /Schofield Pass Road FSR 317, the road is CLOSED at the gate just passed Rocky
Mountain Botanical Labratory in Gothic.
- Access from the north, Marble, has been hampered by a land slide. Been there? Know current status? Share on back!
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sophris Ranger Station :)
- Schofield Pass Road is CLOSED to snow. Access from the north, Marble, will be hampered due to slide damage
on FSR 314.1 Crystal River Road.
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SCOTCH CREEK ROAD FSR 550.1
/HOTEL DRAW RD
FSR 550
Junct Hwy-145 8,674 ft.
Junct Highline Trail 10,359 ft.
Junct FSR-578 9,171 ft. |
San Juan Nat For/ Dolores Ranger Dist |
970-247-4874
970-882-7296 |
OPEN ** to snow
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6/6/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/6/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District, again. :)
** Hotel Draw Road FSR 550 is snowed in. No location of blockage. Post up if you know better.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger Dist. :)
- Hotel Draw Road FSR 550 is CLOSED due to snow. Opening date TBD.
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| SEVENMILE FSR 225 |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591 |
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| Sheep Creek |
BLM Mesa County |
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| Sheridan Hill |
Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
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| SHEEPHORN ROAD FSR 401.1 |
White River |
970-468-5400 |
CLOSED
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6/2/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/2/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. :)
- Sheephorn Road is slated to open 6/21, overall condition dependent. Remmeber this 2023, there's been some snow..... so watch this
space.
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SHRINE PASS
FSR 709.1
8,701 ft. to 11,180 ft. |
White River /
Holy Cross R.Dist/
Dillon Ranger Dist |
970-945-2521
970-827-5715
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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6/23/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/23/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Gary. M. :)
- Shrine Pass Road OPENED for the 2023 season today at 12.15pm!
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. :)
- Shrine Pass Road opens 6/21 annually if conditions permit.
- Back in the snow-laden year of 2009, Shrine Pass was reported OPEN on July 7th. Best watch this space for 2023 updates.
5/11/23 - Courtesy of snowmobile rider Josh B. :)
- Shrine Pass Road FSR 709.1 remains CLOSED to wheeled traffic until the predicted June 21, 2023. Trail is OPEN to snowmobiles. See FB snow photos.
- Parking area has been plowed, so too the bike trail.
- Wheeled vehicles have attempted to drive up FSR 709, fallen through and gotten stuck in the deep snow. We're still talking 4 feet deep here.
This has created holes detrimental to snowmobilers and yes, taints the reputation of 4-wheelers.
- Perhaps an opportunity for 2023, for us all to pinch ourselves, remind ourselves?? As Mighty Max puts it, we're all in this together.
Behaving in a positive, not negative manner, yeah, works wonders.
- Restrooms are accessible to oversnow travel at the Holy Cross overlook. Enjoy 48" groomed base with 14" fresh wet and heavy top coat.
- Lime Creek Road FSR 728.1 off Shrine Pass Road, is 6 feet deep and more in snow. See fotos. Patience needed in 2023.
5/10/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District.
- Shrine Pass Road FSR 709.1 is scheduled for opening June 21. Closes Nov 15.
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SIDNEY BASIN
FSR 853.1C1 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300
970 |
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SLATE RIVER ROAD FSR 734 /
PARADISE DIVIDE/BASIN ROAD FSR 317.1
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Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN **
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7/8/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/8/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Dustin O., once again :)
** Paradise Divide/Basin Road OPEN to snow. Traveling from Paradise Divide on Paradise Basin Road FSR 317.1, the road is CLOSED due to snow plugs approximately 1 mile from the
turn to Schofield Pass.
7/2/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Melissa B. :)
** Slate River Road FSR 734 is OPEN for 2023, up as far as the junction with Washington Gulch Road FSR 811. Then a large snow plug that
prevents going further to Yule Pass.
- Several stream crossings. An overhead tree down that may prevent high profile vehicles (toppers) getting through.
** As you can figure, per the above snow plug, no access as yet, to Paradise Divide/Basin Road FSR 317.1 from Slate Road.
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SLAUGHTERHOUSE (GULCH) RD FSR 105
CROW CREEK ROAD FSR 101 |
Pike/South Platte
South Platte
Ranger District |
303-275-5610
303-275-5610 |
OPEN
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5/4/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/4/23 - Courtesy of BLM & Gabor K. :)
- Slaughterhouse (Gulch) trail is OPEN the whole way.
- There is some serious logging going on for the first few miles of the trail. Watch out for logging trucks!
- No barrier seen on Crow Creek FSR 101. Remember 101 has not been a thru public route for quite a while, it enters private property.
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SLIDE LAKE 4WD
ROAD FSR 145
S Lake 11,708 ft.
Junct FSR 705 11,571 ft. |
White River NF &
San Isabel NF/
Leadville R Dist &
Holy Cross R Dist |
970-945-2521
719-553-1400
719-486-0749
970-827-5715 |
OPEN **
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6/26/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/26/23 - Courtesy of CORE avid trail-status contributors! :)
- Slide Lake 4WD Road FSR 145 is OPEN for 2023. The trail is passable to about 11,300 ft elevation. End of trail at Slide Lake hiking trailhead is 11,400 ft.
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SPRING CREEK TR FSR 712.2/
SILVER CITY ROAD FSR 712.2J
Start 8,125 ft.
Finish 11,118 ft. |
Arapaho/Clear Ck Ranger District/
Clear Creek County |
303-567-3000
303-567-4382 |
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SPRING CREEK ROAD FSR 744
Start 8,506 ft.
Finish 11,237 ft. |
Gunnison/Gunnison
Gunnison Ranger District |
970-641-0471
970-641-0471 |
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STILLWATER PASS ROAD
FSR 123/CR4
GRAVEL MOUNTAIN SPUR/4X4 ROAD FSR 815.2
West end Junct CR 125 8,832 ft.
Illinois T/H 9,011
High Point East of
Gravel Mountain 10,634 ft.
East end Junct CR-34 8,316 ft. |
Arapaho Roosevelt/ Sulphur Ranger Dist |
970-887-4100 |
CLOSED
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6/2/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/2/23 - Courtesy of Sulphur Ranger District - thank you, FS people! :)
- Stillwater Pass FSR 123 is CLOSED from June 14 - Nov 15 2023, from the intersection of Forest Road No. 123.3 south to the west of the
intersection of FSR 835.2.
- Gravel Mountain Spur/4x4 Road FSR 815.2 which runs off Stillwater Pass Road, is also CLOSED June 14 - Nov 15, 2023.
- Reminder: this is an East Troublesome Fire affected area. Public safety and vegetation rehab concerns here. Watch this
space for potential access in 2024.
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STONY PASS /
RIO GRANDE RES ROAD
FSR 520/CR 18
& San Juan CR-3 /
BUFFALO BOY MINE COUNTY ROAD.
BEAR TOWN/KITE LAKE ROAD FSR 506.
Stoney Pass: 12,650ft |
Rio Grande N Forest
Divide Ranger Dist
San Juan County
& Hinsdale County |
719-480-3364
970-527-4131
970-944-2291 |
OPEN
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7/17/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/17/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider John B. :)
- Stony Pass is OPEN all the way for 2023!
- The trail did not used to be so bad for bikes but there is a section coming from the Creede side that kicked my backside.
- Kite Lake Road FSR 506 as of 7/15/23 is OPEN for 2023. Narrow and scratchy in places, but doable and worth it.
7/5/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, Josh B. once again! :)
**Bear Town Road FSR 506 to Kite Lake is OPEN for 2023, yet blocked by deep snow drift (photo)
1/4 mile before you reach the summit, before dropping down to the lake via the final hiking trail. There's space to park and take a
hike. Well worth the hike to Kite Lake. Lake photo up on Bushducks FB soon.
** Stony Pass is OPEN for 2023, yet blocked by snow coming from Silverton on San Juan CR-3. Walked over the snowfield, photo, about 6 feet deep initially, but
gets worse. Gunna take till around the 2nd week of August for this to melt, if San Juan don't get around to plowing it first. Best not
bank on this being plowed as they have a lot on their plate at present.
** East approach to Stony Pass, from Rio Grande Reservoir is OPEN for 2023, but muddy and blocked by snow in a few places before the pass. Been up either
side of Stony since this update?? Share back or post up on Bushducks FB!
- Buffalo Boy Mine San Juan County Road (off Stony Pass SJ CR-3) on up past the Buffalo Boy tram station (photo) and mine, is OPEN for 2023 and
clear all the way to 13k feet at the summit and graveyard. Enjoy and take a hike beyond!
6/29/23 - Courtesy of San Juan Mtn Trails, once again :)
- Approaching Stony Pass from the east on Rio Grande Reservoir Road FSR 520 /CR-18 trail is still blocked by snow close to the top.
Best wait a while before heading up.
- San Juan County lists Stony Pass as a 'Natural Melt' road.
6/2/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B once again :)
- Stony Pass remains CLOSED to snow. Dozer drivers have not yet commenced waving their magic wand 2023 on this snow laden trail.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B :)
- Stony Pass Road, San Juan CR-3 remains CLOSED. Clearing work has yet to commence. Been a lot of 2023 snow. Watch this space.
4/17/23 - Courtesy of Rio Grande NF.
** FSR 520 Temporarily CLOSED as of 3/31/23.
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SUMMITVILLE ROAD
FSR 330
PARK CREEK ROAD
FSR 380
ALAMOSA-CONEJOS ROAD FSR 250 |
Rio Grande NF/
Conejos Peak R Dist
Divide Rang Dist
| 719-852-5941
719-480-9892
719-850-2374 |
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7/18/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/18/23 - Courtesy of Divide Ranger District, yet again! :)
- Summitville FSR 330 is now OPEN for 2023. No trail surface condition update as yet.
- Park Creek Road FSR is also OPEN for 2023.
- No updates on Grayback (Mtn.) Road FSR 330.3A as yet for 2023. Anyone??
6/5/23 - Courtesy of Divide Ranger District. :)
- Summitville FSR 330 is CLOSED.
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SWAN RIVER ROAD
- MIDDLE FORK
FSR 6.2
Start 9,830 ft.
High Pt 12,619 ft |
White River/Dillon
Summit County |
970-468-5400 |
OPEN
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7/6/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/6/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Jerry L., once again! :)
- Trail is OPEN for 2023! Took 23 Jeeps to the top and came down Swan River Road Middle Fork.
- NOTE: This means Jerry traveled up Swan River Road North Fork FSR 354.1, then on up Garibaldi Gulch Road FSR 356.1 to the link across
on Saints John Road FSR 275.1, followed by a section of Montezuma-Deer Creek Road FSR 5.1, to eventually drop on down along Swan River
Road Middle Fork FSR 6.2.
- To continue, this trail has been substantially reworked, the 'Taco' area has been removed and flattened out. They have added several
humps in the trail for water diversion. The one hill climb at the top is still covered in snow but the bypass around it is open.
Stopped at the old cabin (Wise Mountain miners cabin)
which is still standing but the floor has collapsed. This is a great, easy ride with spectacular views and we always see the big herd
of mountain goats up top.
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District once again! :)
- Middle Fork Swan FSR 6.2 is OPEN to ATVs and unlicensed motorcycle with state registration.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District :)
- Swan River Road - Middle Fork, is CLOSED to all except over-snow vehicles with a state registration.
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SWAN RIVER ROAD - NORTH FORK
FSR 354.1
Jnct CR6 9,775 ft
Top of North Fork 11,526 ft. |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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7/6/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/6/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Jerry L., once again. :)
- Trail is OPEN for 2023! Took 23 Jeeps to the top and came down Middle Fork.
- NOTE - will need to confirm (when us camped Bushducks are back in internet zone,) but suspect this means Jerry traveled up Swan River
Road North Fork, then on up Garibaldi Gulch Road FSR 356.1 to the link across on Saints John Road FSR 275.1, followed by a section of
Montezuma-Deer Creek Road FSR 5.1, to eventually drop on down along Swan River Road Middle Fork FSR 6.2.
- To continue. This trail has been substantially reworked, the 'Taco' area has been removed and flattened out. They have added several humps in the
trail for water diversion. The one hill climb at the top is still covered in snow but the bypass around it is open. Stopped at the old
cabin ( Wise Mountain miners cabin)
which is still standing but the floor has collapsed. This is a great, easy ride with spectacular views and we always see the big
herd of mountain goats up top.
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District once again. :)
- North Fork Swan FSR 354.1 is OPEN to ATVs and unlicensed motorcycle with state registration [Both gates open]
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| Swan River Road - South Fork FSR 355.1 |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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SWITZERLAND TRAIL
FSR 120J.0
8,449 to 8,952 ft. |
Boulder |
303-541-2500 |
OPEN
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5/21/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 5/21/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District. :)
- Switzerland trail is OPEN for 2023.
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TABERGUACHE TRAIL FSR 544.1A/
DOMINGUEZ ROAD
FSR 408 |
BLM Grand Jct./
Ouray Ranger Dist |
202-208-3801
970-240-5300 |
CLOSED
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5/1/23 |
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| 5/1/23 - Courtesy of Grand Valley Ranger District :)
- Lower Dominguez FSR 408 CLOSED. Gate CLOSED 5/1/23.
- Mid Dominguez FSR 408/408.1A Dominguez Ridge Road Junction CLOSED. Gate CLOSED 5/1/23.
- Brushy Ridge Road classed as OPEN, but NOT ACCESSIBLE due to 408 gate closure on 5/1/23.
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TAYLOR MOUNTAIN ROAD
FSR 228/ FSR 330.1
Garfield 9,505 ft.
High Point / Iron Duke Mine 12,642 |
Chaffee County |
719-539-6961 |
OPEN
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6/18/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 6/18/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Dan H. :)
- Taylor Mountain Road FSR 228, coming in/up from near Maysville at the east end, is blocked by snow drifts (Bushducks FB fotos) at 11,700ft, the highest point on
the trail.
- The snow drift blockage near this location, 38.581908,-106.281325
is just below the tailings of Missouri Hill mine at the left hand turn, the continuation of FSR 228 over Cree Creek to Song Bird Mining
area and on through to Garfield, toward Monarch.
- Watch this space for more melt and progress, or share back if you've approached from the Garfield/Monarch end of Taylor Mountain Road.
5/17/23 - Courtesy of Boulder Ranger District :)
- Taylor Mountain Road FSR 330.1 is classed as OPEN since May 15, 2023.
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| TAYLOR PASS ROAD FSR 761 / EXPRESS CREEK ROAD |
Gunnison/Gunnison
Pitkin Co &
Gunnison Co |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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7/27/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/27/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor, Craig H. ;)
- Taylor Pass confirmed still OPEN all the way with no blockages.
- Trail is mostly dry except the usual places like the "waterfall" area
7/8/23 - Courtesy of regular trail controbutor, ALT28OOH ;)
- Taylor Pass is OPEN for through traffic for 2023. The pass is snow free all the way from Ashcroft to the top. While I didn't proceed down the
Taylor Park side (be smart when you're alone and let people know where you're going), there were a few side by sides down at the lake
which means you can travel the whole way. No clue what the stream crossing is like but surely it can't be too bad if those guys made it.
- Ashcroft side is in good shape, you'll need clearance for sure. My Gladiator got to the top no problem in 4H. Outside of the stream
crossings which are less then a foot deep easily, no significant water on road. Get out there and have fun!! :)
6/11/23 - Courtesy of long-time trail status controbutor, Denise B. :)
- Taylor Pass has snow blocking access to the summit from the Pitkin County/Aspen side, on Express Creek Road.
- Snow drifts around the 11,550 ft mark, are blocking the last 1/2 mile on the trail as it climbs away above the upper bridge. See Denise B's fotos of snow banks on
Bushducks FB.
- Gunna take Mother Nature a while longer to melt these ones being on the north face, in the trees.
5/22/23 - Courtesy of long-time trail status contributor, Carl B. :)
- Taylor Pass Road / Express Creek Road FSR 761 is blocked by an avalanche in a gully known as 'Express One', approx 2 miles up from
pavement on Castle Creek Road. Best not hold you're breath - gonna be a while.
5/3/23 - Courtesy of Aspen-Sopris Ranger District :)
- Taylor Pass - Express Creek Road is CLOSED to snow.
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TINCUP PASS
FSR 267 / MIRROR LAKE ROAD FSR 267
St Elmo 10,010 ft T. Pass 12,154 ft
Mirror Lake 10,962 ft.
Tincup 10,138 ft. |
San Isabel/Salida
Gunnison County /
Chaffee County |
719-539-3591
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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7/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/25/23 - Courtesy of trail assessing, CORE once again. :)
- Tincup Pass remains OPEN.
- East side, St Elmo side, the trail is just about fully clear of the snow drift on the shelf road that CORE
and other volunteers shoveled out by hand.
- West side: Just over a week on from the last report below, the western side of Tincup Pass is more approachable due to
Mirror Lake waters receding even more. Now limited to two flooded areas on the trail, one near the camping end of the lake and the other
on the big corner of the upper end of the lake, perhaps up to 20 inches at the deepest, but best keep this in mind with lower clearance
vehicles. Be prepared to turn around if conditions don't suit your vehicle or expertise.
- Remember good trail-travel behaviour keeps trails open. Lets all keep speeds low in the water section and don't stir up the
terrain below unecessarily. As usual stay the trail, in this case following trail makers along the edge of the lake and don't wander
off trail into the lake.
7/19/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler Michael O. :)
- Tincup Pass is OPEN, yet still remains somewhat of a challenge to travel as a through route. On the west side of the pass, Mirror
Lake water has receded quite a bit on the trail which runs along the edge of the lake. UTVs we're passing through with no issue. Deepest
area appeared to be about 18-20 inches deep. Treat with caution.
7/9/23 - Courtesy of trail gurus CORE :)
- CORE, Keep-Trails-Open have come to the rescue as a working crew and manually OPENED up Tincup Pass as a through route for 2023. An
extensive show of crew members, over 30 men, women and a couple of keen kids, took to their shovels to manually open up the 75 yards of
deep snow blocking the trail on the last section of the east side shelf road as you approch the summit. Deadly job, you people! See
trail-status contributor Ryan G's drone footage
of the snowfield, taken just 3 days before CORE crew took to clearing the trail.
- NOTE: As a result of these combined awesome efforts, Tincup Pass is approachable on the east side now, coming from St Elmo side, for most vehicles. However Tincup is
only accessible on the west side, the Tincup town side, by vehicles capable of traversing through 40 inches + deep water, as
Mirror Lake is still in flood status and overflowing onto Mirror Lake Road FSR 267. The melt continues, so don't push your luck
at wading your vehicle through the water-covered lakeside trail for sime time yet. See trail-status contributor Ryan G's drone video of
flooded Mirror Lake, taken 5 days ago.
** High clearance vehicles with 39/40 tires have been making it through the flooded lakeside section. Travel is not advised as
yet for safety and environment concerns. The lake level has dropped substantially over the past few weeks, so it shouldn't be too long
before the trail alongside Mirror Lake is approachable for lesser mod vehicles.
7/6/23 - Courtesy of trail traveler and contributor, Ryan G., yet again! :)
- Tin Cup Pass, although still classed as OPEN to travel, it is still not a through route.
- When approaching from the East, St Elmo side, you are blocked by a snow drift close the summit approximately 75 yards long. I shoveled a
walking path through to the summit but has a ways to go still, before we can expect to get through with a vehicle.
- Ryan's drone footage up on Bushducks FB might entice you to enjoy the
solace of the upper reaches on foot, before the melt brings in the mass of vehicles. Not an FB person? Try this Utube link.
7/4/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, Ryan G. :)
- Tincup Pass is still blocked from the west side via Mirror Lake Road FSR 267, due water still covering the trail at Mirror Lake.
Do not attempt to cross, as the middle crossing is about chest deep. Its gunna take a while, people.
Ryans drone
video will tell you why.
7/3/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Henry L. :)
- We drove Tincup Pass Road FSR 267 (correctly, classed as OPEN to travel) from the east side, St. Elmo side and the road is still
completely blocked by snow for a few hundred feet around 12,100 feet just before the pass.
- Gunna be a while folks. Although OPEN to travel, remember this is still not a through route. Watch this space though..... Photos
anyone, as the melt progresses??
6/21/23 - Courtesy of avid contributor CORE, yet again! :)
** Tincup Pass Road FSR 267 coming from the east, from St Elmo remains OPEN for most parts. You can get up both switchbacks, to
eventually hit a full-on snow drift covering the final steady grade of shelf road all the way up to the summit. No getting past this deep drift for a
while yet. Expect it will be a couple of weeks out before we can shovel this final, yet massive snow drift off the trail. Watch this space.
- Mirror Lake Road FSR 267, the western approach to Tincup Pass, is still blocked at Mirror Lake due to the water level still
covering the trail by quite some amount of water. With a lot of snow yet to melt and feed down into Mirror Lake, there's little chance of
this trail opening up anytime soon.
- Above the lake, our drone view suggest the FSR 267 is fairly clear until you get up around the timberline. Watch this space, or
better still, watch CORE's
trail-status update video of FSR 267 today. Hats off to CORE for sharing these regular updates.
5/30/23 - Courtesy of CORE! :)
- Mirror Lake Road FSR 267 is OPEN from Tincup settlement side, up as far as Mirror Lake at 11,000 ft right now. Lake is still fully
frozen over. No getting past alongside the lake as yet. Watch this space.
5/16/23 - Courtesy of CORE! :)
- Tincup Pass Road FSR 267 is snow covered, hard packed from around 10,400 feet, approx a half mile up the trail out of St Elmo.
Drive with caution, don't travel alone. Got concerns? Then wait for further melt.
- We crossed the Colorado Trail Collegiate West 04 and Cottonwood South hiking trails at around 11,180 ft, then managed to reach
Sawmill Hill at 11,765 ft. Deep drifts beyond here at the treeline resulted in us turning around. Return another day :)
5/15/23 - Courtesy of Buena Vista enthusiest.
- Tincup Pass Road FSR 267 OPENED up officially May 15 for 2023.
4/17/23 - Courtesy of Buena Vista enthusiest & St Elmo Store.
- Tincup Pass remains CLOSED.
- St Elmo Store scheduled for opening its doors for 2023 on Mothers Day, snow melt permitting.
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TOMICHI PASS
FSR 888 |
Gunnison/Gunnison |
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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9/25/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 9/25/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Scott D., yet again. :)
- Trail is OPEN.
- We came from the Hancock Pass side, and only went up to the previously-repaired landslide. I hadn't been in a few years and was
curious to see how they handled the repair. They basically graded a road right up and over the slide. As others have said, it's
passable in anything short of a full size truck, and you could probably even do it in that if you're a good driver. It's steep, narrow
and has a slight side-pitch, but nothing worse than the surrounding trails. Only downside is the repair is a little looser than the
original road, so beware of that.
7/25/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor CORE - keeping trails OPEN as ever. :)
- Tomichi Pass remains OPEN. Landslide area trail repair of 2019 is holding good and settling in well to cater for right up to full
sized vehicles, courtesy of some trail tailoring by CORE and volunteers over the interim years.
7/13/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor CORE - keeping trails OPEN for all! :)
- Tomichi Pass is now OPEN for 2023! Trail is clear all the way through. Got recent photos?? Share back, post up on Bushducks FB.
6/18/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider, regular contributor Dan H. :)
- Tomichi Pass access from the south on Tomichi Creek Road FSR 888, is still blocked by hefty
snow drifts FOTO
coming through and above Whitepine and Tomichi Cemetery.
The blockade at around 11,475 ft, is at 38.595003,-106.383398
- We were on motorcycles and busted through several small drifts up to this point, but at the above coordinates, which is above
Graphite Basin Mine and still in the trees, there were several snow drifts in a row through the valley on the trail, that were still
several feet deep and impassable for now. See Dan's photos on Bushducks community FB. Watch this space for updates, but best give it some melt-time ;)
- NOTE: the water crossings were running deep as expected with the snow melt. As ever, enjoy and yeah, travel with due care.
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TRANSFER TRAIL
FSR 602 |
White River / Rifle Ranger District |
970-468-5400 / 970-625-2371 |
OPEN
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7/22/23 |
COMMENTS:
| 7/22/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, trail driver ALT-2 yet again! :)
- Transfer Trail is now COMPLETELY OPEN for 2023!
- It is open all the way to 39.6637670, -107.3474332,
the TT FS-602/Grizzly Jeep Road FSR-632.1 junction, below Duck Lake.
- No snow on trail to report though still piles off into the forest.
The main obstacle at 39.6637670, -107.3474332,
at 10,660 ft, will demand 4L. Lockers would be helpful but not required. Plenty of rocks to stack if needed. (Spotter will also be
helpful.)
- Grizzly Jeep Road FSR 632.1 is clear to Coffee Pot Road FSR 600.1 for the shortest way out.
- Mud pits are numerous still between Haypress Lake and the junction thanks to the late snow and recent storms. There are multiple
paths around most, or at least shallower options, so pick wisely especially if you're alone. Water crossings are around 1-2 feet deep
and non optional so make sure you have the clearance.
- For vehicle reference, 2021 Jeep Gladiator Freedom was used for this run. Two door vehicles will have an easier time on this trail.
Overall you will definitely be challenged in some spots especially uphill. Very beautiful and very quiet beyond Windy Point. Enjoy!
7/1/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, trail driver ALT 2. :)
- Transfer Taril is OPEN for 2023 up to Windy Point where snow is blocking the trail at 39.6217488, -107.3054013, at 10, 249 ft.
- Trail is in good shape with very some minor washout in places. Deep ruts especially as you get further up in the trees but trail is
very dry. Snow bank of 2-3 feet just around the corner at Windy Point in the trees approximately 6.7 miles from the staging area/Forest
Service gate on Iron Mountain. It may be possible to shovel these small banks enough to go through but would expect more snow further
as it is north facing with little sunlight. I'd give it another week or two and may be passable further.
- Heads Up: Vehicles will need to turn around at Windy Point otherwise you'll have a tight path to turn, or back down.
5/27/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Lisa M. :)
- We made it in but only about 4 miles before the drifts became too much. Beautiful, but time to get on home :)
- Photos coming. Watch this space.
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TREASURE MOUNTAIN LOOP
San Juan CR 9
Treasure Mtn Mine 11,590 ft.
Parson Lake / Gulch view point 12,635 ft |
Uncompahgre/Ouray |
970-240-5300 |
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| Turner Gulch |
Pike/Fairplay |
719-836-2031 |
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TWIN CONES
FSR 126 |
Pike, South Platte
South Platte R Distr |
719-836-2031
303-275-5610 |
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UNCOMPAHGRE DIVIDE ROAD FSR 402/
BIG CREEK ROAD FSR 403 |
Uncompahgre NF/
Grand Valley R Dist
Ouray Ranger Dist |
970-242-8211
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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COMMENTS:
| 6/12/23 - Courtesy of Montrose County Government. :)
- Divide Road Uncompahgre FSR 402 is OPEN for 2023 thanks to the Montrose County Road and Bridge crew's efforts.
- As Rimrocker Trail organisation put it, Welcome to Rimrocker Trail Season 2023! RR is OPEN for business :) See R&B fotos of the
cleared trail on Bushducks FB.
6/7/23 - Courtesy of Grand Valley Ranger District. :)
- Divide Road FSR 402 remains OPEN.
- Divide Road / Telephone Trail #657 gate remains OPEN as of 5/30.
- Divide Raod / Divide Forks gate is OPEN as of 6/6/23.
** Divide Road / Mesa Creek gate CLOSED as of 5/26/23.
** Divide Road / County Line is OPEN but not accessible.
- Lower Brushy Ridge trail FSR 409 is OPEN.
- Mid-Brushy junction of FSR 409/Black Point Road FSR OPEN as of 6/7/23.
** Lower-Dominguez FSR 408 OPEN but BLOCKED by rockfall.
- Mid-Dominguez Road FSR 408 / Dominguez Ridge Road FSR 408.1A OPEN as of 6/7/23.
- Uranium Creek Road / Indian Creek gate OPEN as of 5/30/23.
** Pine Mountain Road FSR 405 is OPEN (no gate,) however rocks are BLOCKING the road.
5/24/23 - Courtesy of Western Slope ATV Assoc. :)
- Boundary gate on Divide Road FSR 402 at the north end of the Uncompahgre NF is now OPEN for 2023.
- Travel is permitted for all vehicles for approx 6 miles from boundary to Telephone Trail #657, 2nd gate.
- Trails are still muddy in places and snow drifts are still present. Travel with caution.
- 2nd Gate is not expected to open for another week or two. Watch this space! Share back if U know more.
- Ample campsites available in that 6 mile stretch of road that is OPEN. Enjoy!
- Western SLope ATV Association will have a small crew up there for a few days starting tomorrow 5/24/23, cutting downed trees off
the trails and making some repairs. Hats off to them!
5/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Jeffrey W. :)
- Northwestern access road to Uncompahgre NF, Niche Road / 6.3 Rd, is OPEN, but blocked due to landslide.
- Landslide is about 1/2 mile from the mesa on the shelf road, prevents access to this entire area. Mud and rocks have collapsed
from uphill side of shelf road, thus blocking passage.
- Niche Road, 4 miles east of Gateway on CO Hwy 141 runs up Castro Draw for 16 miles over Calamity Mesa to Calamity Camp Mining
site at Latitude/Longitude: 38.61208, -108.85284.
5/8/23 - Courtesy of Western Slope ATV Association & Grand Valley Ranger Dist. :)
- More snow melted in the past week at the north end of Divide Road FSR 402. Divide Road Park boundary gate remains CLOSED as of 5/1/23. Large drift gone at the parking lot.
- Big Creek Road FSR 403 classed as OPEN, yet NOT ACCESSABLE due to Divide Road FSR 402 gate CLOSURE of 5/1/23.
- 3 foot deep snow by the time we reached Hungary Gulch Trail #665. Time to turn around.
- Brushy Ridge Road FSR 409 classed as OPEN, yet not accessible due to Dominguez Road gate CLOSURE on 5/1/23.
- Know B4 U Go MYUM. Remember, different vehicles have different restrictions. Motor Vehicle Use Maps of the Uncompahgre NF Plateau Division 2016
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| UNCOMPAHGRE PLATEAU AREA |
Grand Valley |
970-242-8211 |
CLOSED
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| 5/8/23 - Courtesy of Montrose County Gov. :)
- County roads over the plateau are still CLOSED due to amount of snow and slow going plowing efforts.
R&B anticipate a mid-June opening of 25 Mesa and Divide.
- Check out early May 2023 images by the Road and Bridge crew.
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URANIUM ROAD
FSR 404
PINE MOUNTAIN ROAD FSR 405
CALAMITY PLANTATION ROAD FSR 405.2A
COW MESA/CREEK ROAD FSR 405.4A |
Uncompahgre NF/
Grand Valley R Distr |
970-242-8211 |
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| 6/7/23 - Courtesy of Grand Valley Ranger District. :)
- Uranium Creek Road FSR 404 / Indian Creek gate OPEN as of 5/30/23.
- Calamity Plantation Road FSR 405.2A OPEN as of 5/1/23.
- Cow Creek Road FSR 405.4A is OPEN as of 5/1/23.
5/8/23 - Courtesy of Grand Valley Ranger District. :)
* Pine Mountain Road is OPEN, yet classed as IMPASSABLE due to a reported landslide. No details on location of slide. Updates welcomed!
5/2/23 - Courtesy of Grand Valley Ranger District
* Uranium Road FSR 404 is OPEN, yet classed as NOT ACCESSIBLE. Updates welcomed.
- Pine Mountain Road FSR 405 is OPEN. No gate.
- Calamity Plantation / Basin Road FSR 405.2A is OPEN. Gate opened 5/1/2023.
- Cow Mesa/Creek Road FSR 405.4A is OPEN. Gate opened 5/1/23.
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U.S. BASIN ROAD FSR 825
10,143 to 12,128 ft |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
Columbine Ranger Dist /
Dolores Ranger Dist |
970-240-5300 |
OPEN
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| 7/27/23 - Courtesy of contributor James B. :)
- US Basin Road FSR 825 is now totally OPEN for 2023!
- The trail is open, end to end and is in great shape.
7/8/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Chris K., once again! :)
** US Basin remains classed as OPEN. However, the trail is NOT open all the way.
- Coming from the north, the trail is open until coming across a fallen tree at 37.87979, -107.70846
which is about one-mile south past St. Paul's Lodge. After the fallen tree, there snow drifts that block the trail.
- Coming from the south, it is possible to drive about 1.75 miles north past the Brooklyn Mine before hitting snow drifts at 37.87596,
-107.70863 that block the trail.
6/30/23 - Courtesy of San Juan County R&B once again! :)
** U.S. Basin is OPEN. However, per the county, you can only drive to Brooklyn Mine and St Paul's Lodge.
** Anyone care to clarify that this means, you can drive from the north end of U.S. Basin as far south as St Paul's Lodge; and from the
south end of U.S. Basin as far north as Brooklyn Mine? Contributions/feedback always appreciated by trail users. :)
6/8/23 - Courtesy of Columbine Ranger District. :)
- U.S. Basin Road remains CLOSED due to snow for now.
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| WAGER GULCH CR36 / CARSON ROAD FSR 568 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
BLM/Gunnison |
970-240-5300
970-641-0471 |
OPEN
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7/31/23 |
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| 7/31/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor, Greg S. :)
- The trail is now OPEN for 2023, all the way over the Carson saddle above/south of the ghost town. The previous snow blockage is completely gone and not an
issue at all.
- It was my first time in this area and I was hopeful to be able to look around in the Carson Ghost Town buildings. However, the area
is completely blocked off with multiple private property signs.
- Road surface is rough for about the first two miles towards the ghost town. After crossing the saddle, there was plenty of slow going
for about 10 miles, but no significant obstacles.
7/2/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor, Josh B., yet again! :)
** Carson Pass Road FSR 568 is OPEN for 2023, yet blocked by deep snow most of the way up from Carson townsite thru to the pass. Traveling by myself, I did
not attmept to drive it as it looked way too much snow. I did not drive Carson Pass from the Creede side, so I can't vouch for that side,
the east section of Carson Road FSR 518. Any additional information people?? Share back via SUBMIT link above, or post up on Bushducks facebook.
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| Warden Gulch |
White River/Dillon |
970-468-5400 |
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| Washington Gulch Road |
White River/Sophris District |
970-963-2266 |
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| WEARYMAN CREEK ROAD FSR 747.1 |
White River/Holy Cross |
970-827-5715 |
CLOSED
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| 6/2/23 - Courtesy of Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. :)
- Wearyman Creek Road opens 6/21 annually. Best keep in mind this is dependent on obvious trail conditions which are currently not
exactly promising for 2023.
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WEBSTER PASS ROAD
FSR 285.1
W Pass 12,099 ft. |
White River/Dillon
Pike/South Platte |
970-468-5400
303-275-5610 |
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COMMENTS:
| 8/30/23 - Courtesy of trail-status contributor, Robert F. :)
** Webster Pass remains blocked at the buckrail fence on the Grant side. A 4Runner which was stranded precariously on the trail is still
blocking the trail. The vehicle was abandoned due to the danger of the shelf road location, having both right side wheels off the road
about a third of the way to the pass. The road is marked off with yellow caution tape at the buckrail. It looks like dirt bikes could
get by.
- You could get to Montezuma up and over Red Cone, but keep in mind, you can't get back that way, no travel permitted up Red Cone from
Webster Pass.
7/27/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor, Josh B. :)
- Webster Pass is now fully OPEN for 2023 from the Montezuma side thru to the Grant side and vice versa.
- A small group of volunteers got stuck into removing the massive cornice on the top of Handcart Gulch this morning. That expanded to
more willing volunteers, some simply passing by, putting their backs into it until initially dirt bikes, then SxS's, then eventually
full sized rigs getting through. What an achievement people. People power at 12,098 ft. ! Enjoy the fruits of their thoughtful labour,
everyone. :)
7/26/23 - Courtesy of regular trail-status contributor, Josh B. :)
** Webster Pass remains OPEN.
** The cornice (photo)
immediately south of the divide, Webster Pass, remains solidly in place blocking any chance of 4-wheelers progressing down,
or coming up Handcart Gulch Road FSR 121. Keen and able bodied two-wheelers may consider the challenge, but remember, stay the trail.
Stay Alive!
** REMINDER: No access up Red Cone Road FSR 565 from Wester Pass. One-way travel only, in the downward direction from Red Cone summit
toward Webster Pass.
7/13/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Russ M. :)
** Webster Pass Road FSR 285.1 remains classed as OPEN, yet you still cannot connect through on Handcart Gulch and
not likely to open anytime soon.
** 25 ft south of the pass where the road is going down Handcart Gulch, the snow drift goes up. There must be 20 feet (maybe more) at the
deepest point. It will be quite a while before this one opens. Patience people.
** NOTE - Red Cone Road FSR 565 is OPEN for 2023, however travel up to Red Cone from Webster Pass is not permitted, as this is
listed as one-way travel only. Exit via Montezuma.
7/5/23 - Courtesy of trail driver Dean S. :)
** Webster Pass Road FSR 285.1 coming from Montezuma is OPEN for 2023 to the top of the pass only. Still snow covered on backside of
the pass, east side of the divide. So yes, Handcart Gulch FSR 121 is still CLOSED. Exit via Montezuma only.
** NOTE - Red Cone Road FSR 565 is OPEN for 2023, however travel up to Red Cone from Webster Pass is not permitted, as this is
listed as one-way travel only. Exit via Montezuma.
7/3/23 - Courtesy of regular contributor Scott D, once again! :)
- Webster Pass remains blocked by a snow cornice at the top. The usual spot. Gunna be a while.
- However, there was an abandoned SUV blocking the shelf road on the first switchback, 11,400 ft, coming up the Handcart Gulch
Road side from 285, Grant side. Looks like they were trying to back down, got a little too close to the edge on their downhill front
corner, and lost their nerve. They left tools and a still smoldering fire in the road near the vehicle, so hopefully they were just
off getting help. Fingers crossed they and their vehicle are catered for now. A subtle reminder for us all to realise that going just
that bit too far on a trail, can be our downfall. Lets all stay alert.
6/24/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District once again, keeping us in the know. :)
- Webster Pass FSR 285 Remains CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
- No date has been slated for the 2023 OPENING. Keep in mind, Red Cone trail is being addressed by the MHJC anyday now, which should
see access to WP, Webster Pass via RC, Red Cone (one way to WP from RC summit) opening up in early July once approved by the NFS.
Check Red Cone Road listing for updates, further up this table.
6/19/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District yet again! :)
- Road is CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes. Gunna be a while before this shows
signs of opening. Watch with anticipation....... ;)
6/11/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Andrew W. :)
- Approached Wesbster Pass Road from Montezuma to find the gate is still CLOSEd at the bottom of the pass.
- Lots of snow at the gate. Gate sign said the trail is CLOSED for Spring runoff. Could imply it's gunna be a while, well at least
until the annual, helpful volunteers, show up with their awesome energies once again to commence the 2023 Dig-Out. Watch this snowy
space.... with patience! ;)
6/9/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor Josh B. :)
- Webster remains CLOSED. Best not expect any status change here for quite some time until the volunteers step on board.
6/2/23 - Courtesy of Dillon Ranger District. :)
- Webster Pass remains CLOSED to all wheeled motor vehicles, over snow vehicles, mountain bikes and e-bikes.
5/20/23 - Courtesy of Josh B. :)
- Webster is now officially CLOSED to all motorised vehicles.
5/19/23 - Courtesy of Josh B. :)
- Webster Pass region still has over hangs of 40-50 feet deep snow. Even a sled is not going over that! LOL.
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WESTON PASS
Lake Co CR 7
Park Co CR 22
Pass 11,921 ft. |
Pike/Fairplay
San Isabel/Leadville |
719-836-2031
719-486-0749 |
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| 6/26/23 - Courtesy of Christopher E. :)
- Weston Pass road is OPEN and dry all the through from Fairplay to Leadville. Enjoy!!
5/30/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-status contributor CORE. :)
- Weston Pass is OPEN to the summit from the Fairplay side on Park CR-22, ONLY at this stage. Trail passable, condition not yet
clear.
- Lake CR-7 is still CLOSED to snow with reports of vehicles getting stuck. Know different? Post up on Bushducks FB!
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WHEELER GEOLOGICAL AREA / POOL TABLE ROAD FSR 600/
AGUA RAMON ROAD FSR 630 |
Rio Grande/Conejos |
719-274-8971 |
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| 7/18/23 - Courtesy of Divide Ranger District, once again. :)
** Pool Table Road FSR 600 is OPEN for 2023.
** Current Summer travel curtailments: The road to Wheeler is CLOSED beyond Hanson's Mill.
Passable to Hanson's Mill in a passenger car. When open, 4 wheel drive strongly recommended beyond Hanson's Mill due to deep ruts,
rough and muddy sections.
- Agua Ramon Road FSR 630 is also OPEN for 2023.
- Agua Ramon Road is damaged. 4 wheel drive and high clearance strongly recommended. Passenger cars are NOT recommended. The upper sections are
very rocky.
- The junction to Wheeler via El Blanco Road FSR 600.3A, is gated seasonally. This is also the La Garita Stock Driveway
Cut-off Trailhead. Take a hike and sample part of the 92 mile long historic sheep and cattle route to the high county.
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WHEELER LAKE
FSR 408
Start 10,955 ft
End 12,168 ft. |
Pike Nat F/
South Park R Dist
Park County |
719-553-1400
719-836-2031 |
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| 7/9/23 - Courtesy of avid trail-driver KN G. again! :)
- Wheeler Lake is OPEN right through for 2023. Expect water.
6/4/23 - Courtesy of trail driver M.C. :)
- Wheeler Lake Road is OPEN about 2/3 of the entire trail. We turned back at a deep ice hole after a challenging yet most enjoyable
day, our first time here.
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WILLIAMS PASS
FSR 298 |
San Isabel/Salida
Gunnison/Gunnison |
719-539-3591/
970-641-0471 |
CLOSED
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| 7/28/23 - Courtesy of CORE (keeping trails open) yet again! :)
- As outlined in May 10th update below - Williams Pass remains CLOSED to the public for 2023 to facilitate repairs to the West Alpine
Tunnel project.
- A tender has been chosen to commence repairs to Alpine Tunnel Road FSR 839 at the south end of Williams Pass Trail. FSR 839 is the
former railroad grade which was damaged (photo to come) back by avalanche back in 2016.
- When repairs are complete, forecast date late summer 2024, and Williams Pass Trail reopens, the trail will be re-classified as an OHV
permit-required trail. Meaning ALL vehicles will require a valid permit.
- See Stay the Trail OHV Permit for plated vehicles, for details.
- Moving forward, Williams Pass Trail will not open before September each year to allow the trail to dry our. Watch this space. Better
still, watch CORE's cool video
explaining all about Williams Pass involvement with the West Alpine Tunnel project.
5/10/23 - Courtesy of Alpine Tunnel updates. :)
- Williams Pass which normally opens in August, (opened August 4th in 2021) will remain CLOSED to the public for summer 2023 to
faciltate repairs to the Pallisades rock wall embankment on West Alpine Tunnel Road, which was damaged in 2016.
- In August 2023, stone required for the reconstruction of the rock wall will be extracted from the original quarry site, on the old wagon road above the
Palisades, at the western end of Williams Pass Road. Access to Williams Pass from West Alpine Tunnel Road will be closed for safety
reasons.
- In 2022, rock scaling, loose rock above the avalanche damaged Palisades old railroad grade was removed for safety reasons and
relocated to the old wagon road that runs below the grade to help stabilize the old road for heavy equipment needed to access
the base of the rock wall. The rock wall is due to be dismantled piece by piece, so it can be re-constructed securely to its original
form.
- Depending on weather, which we all know can be challenging and progress by the contractor this summer, West Alpine Tunnel Road may
reopen late summer 2024 for all to appreciate. Watch this space.... from a distance, for now ;)
- See video of CORE in action, manually clearing rocks from the grade in 2021. Admirable work!
- Palisades railroad grade image of yesteryear
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WURTS DITCH Rd
FSR100 off CR 19
South end of
No Name FSR 705 |
Pike San Isabel/ Leadville R Dist |
719-553-1400
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YANKEE BOY BASIN
FSR 853.1B /CR-361 |
Uncompahgre/Ouray
BLM/Gunnison |
970-240-5300
970-641-0471 |
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| 8/31/23 - Courtesy of trail-rider James B. once again. :)
- Yankee Boy Basin Road FSR 853.1B is NOW Open all the way to the top. Enjoy!
7/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Derek L. once again! :)
- Yankee Boy Basin remains OPEN. However there is a snow drift still over trail at 12,180 ft, before the top at 37.99246, -107.77934.
7/13/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Brad W. :)
- Yankee Boy Basin 4x4 road is now OPEN to about 1/2 mile before the end of the road where snow blocks the road.
6/20/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Jeff W. :)
- Yankee Boy Basin remains OPEN. Reminder, trail open only as far as the bathrooms. You cannot drive much past the outhouse before the
road becomes impassable. Suitable for hiking only past this point. Enjoy!
6/1/23 - Courtesy of trail-clearing Ouray County R&B :)
- Latest Yankee Boy Basin video
offers a vision of the work involved in opening up access to YBB for 2023, including vital culvert replacements. Hats off to the R&B
crew! They did it, OPENED it!
5/22/23 - Courtesy of trail-driver Carl B. :)
- Yankee Boy Basin is only dug out to the outhouse past the twin falls.
5/22/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County R&B :)
- Yankee Boy Basin Road is now classed as OPEN for 2023!
- NOTE, the trail is degraded yet passable with care to bathrooms.
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5/15/23 - Courtesy of Justin C. @ San Juan Mountain Trails Group :)
- San Juan County Dozer has pushed on up Yankee Boy Basin Road to approx 11,100 ft near Twin Falls on Sneffels Creek,
at the NE base of Stony Mountain. See San Juan Mountain Group FB photo.
5/8/23 - Courtesy of Ouray County Road & Bridge :)
- Slow but steady progress for the dozer on Yankee Boy Basin. Don't hold your breath..... Photo
5/1/23 - Ouray County Road & Bridge.
- Yankee Boy Basin remains CLOSED.
* Access road, CAMP BIRD ROAD FSR 853/CR-361 Is OPEN.
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YANKEE HILL
SUMMIT ROAD
FSR 175.3H + VARIOUS TRAILS
Traverses Clear Creek County and
Gilpin County Line.
Start 10,451 ft.
Yank Hill 11,239 ft |
Arapaho/Clear Creek |
303-567-3000 |
OPEN
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| 5/29/23 - Courtesy of Bryan C. :)
- Yankee is OPEN to the top.
- There are no major drifts or trees, though there's still some sections of the trail with partial snow covering.
- We came up from Fall River Road via Cumberland Road FSR 271.1 and met with another guy who came up from St Mary's Glacier.
- We headed out Pisgah Lake Road FSR 175.1 and Pisgah Road 739.1 to Columbine Campground and then over to Apex Valley Road.
- Dakota Hill Spur FSR 412.2E and Dakota Hill Road FSR 412.1 looked pretty snowy on the North side, so we came down from
American City around Utah Hill via Michigan Hill Road FSR 713.1.
- Then we came back up over to the shadt house before dropping back down to Gamble Gulch Road FSR 411.1 near Tip Top mine.
- Overall, no major issues except the snow mentioned on Dakota Hill Spur and Dakota Hill.
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YANSING (CHINAMAN) GULCH
BLM 6043 / CARNAGE CANYON TRAIL |
San Isabel/Salida |
719-539-3591 |
OPEN
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| 4/8/23 - Courtesy of Monica at TrailDamage.
- Yansing Gulch, known as Chinaman Gulch until summer 2022, is OPEN. Enjoy the drive!
- Why the name change on this classic challenging trail? Yansing, a Chinese word refering to one's power within, one's ability to achieve great things, was chosen to reflect the stamina,
hurdles achieved, the sheer drive of the Chinese railroad workers who accomplished so much in pushing thru the railroads in the surrounding challenging terrain. Hats off to those people
who put their backs into it!
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