| Alt Names |
Red Cone Trail, Pike National Forest, North Fork South Platte River, Handcart Gulch, Handcart Gulch Creek, Webster Pass, Radical Hill, Snake River |
| DESCRIPTION |
This challenging jeep trail is only open from late June through September but offers steep inclines and declines, rewarding scenic views and the occasional encounter with a mountain goat. Only experienced off-road riders or drivers should attempt this trail due to steep, narrow and rocky sections with heavy consequences for errors. The main trail is about 10 miles and weaves through spruce and aspen pine at lower elevations, but as the elevation increases only tundra and more rocky sections will appear.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Jefferson, CO |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 39º 27.414' W 105º 43.318' |
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From: Fairplay, CO
1) Take Hwy 285 east about 25 miles
2) Turn left (north) on CR-60
3) Continue about 5 miles toward Handcart Gulch Campground
4) Stage at the campground |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
very scenic, challenging jeep trails |
| Cons |
not recomended for novice riders/drivers, very steep and slippery, some sections are very narrow with 1,000 ft drops, trail available late June - Sept |
| Rating |
 Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
August-September |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
late June - September |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (99 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
No Restriction |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
No Restriction |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Some Areas |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
Yes
Tent: $10.00
RV: $10.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Pike & San Isabel National Forest
2840 Kachina Dr.
Pueblo, CO 81008
(719) 553-1400
www.fs.fed.us
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
20 |
| Miles Of Trail |
20 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
9800 to 12800 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Some |
| Hard Pack |
 Little |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
Little |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
 Mostly |
| Trees |
 Many |
| Steep Hills |
Many |
| Water Crossings |
 Few |
| Small Jumps |
Few |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
Few |
| Roads |
Few |
| Intersections |
Some |
| Rider Traffic |
Some |
| Shade |
Many |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
Few |
| Hazards |
Some |
| Novice Terrain |
Little |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Some |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (W) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| RV Hookup |
30+ Miles (NW) |
| RV Disposal |
30+ Miles (NW) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Swim Area |
1-5 Miles (W) |
| Water Body |
On Site |
| Boat Ramp |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
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