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Red Cone Trail System

Wednesday, February 13, 2013
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Alt Names Red Cone Trail, Pike National Forest, North Fork South Platte River, Handcart Gulch, Handcart Gulch Creek, Webster Pass, Radical Hill, Snake River, South Platte Ranger District
Last Known Status Open
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.  Trail Map...  Directions...  Nearby Trails...  
LOCATION
Nearest City Jefferson, CO
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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.
TYPE OF AREA
Area Trail
Land 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 Rating    Good    
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
August-September
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes CO OHV sticker required
Dates Open late June - September
Spark Arrestor Yes A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit Yes (96 dB) (1998/older limit 99 dB, 1998/newer limit 96 dB)
Night Riding Unknown Not Recommended
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
UTVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction
Bicycles No Restriction Not Recommended
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction Not Recommended
Camping Some Areas (camp in developed sites only)
Campfires Some Areas (permitted in developed campsites only)
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic
Insurance *Disclaimer: Be Safe! RiderPlanet recommends insurance for all riders and visitors to the destinations depicted on this website.
FEES
Parking No ($0.00)
Entry No ($0.00)
Riding No ($0.00)
Camping Yes
Tent: $10.00
RV: $10.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00
CONTACTS
Contact Info Pike & San Isabel National Forest - South Platte Ranger District
19316 Goddard Ranch Court
Morrison, CO 80465
(303) 275-5610
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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 This trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard Pack The trail has little hard pack terrain.Little
Sand This trail has no sandy areas.None
Mud The trail has little mud after it rains.Little
Dust The trail has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This trail has mostly rocks.Mostly
Trees The trail has many trees.Many
Steep Hills This trail has many steep hills.Many
Water Crossings The trail has few water crossings.Few
Small Jumps This trail has few small jumps.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This national forest has few single track trails.Few
Roads This national forest has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The national forest has some rider traffic on typical days.Some
Shade This national forest has many shaded areas.Many
Ranges/Gunfire This national forest has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
Hazards This trail has some hazards.Some (hazards assumed marked but use caution)
steep hills, rocky sections
Easy Terrain Novice This trail has little beginner terrain.Little
Moderate Terrain Amateur This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain Expert This trail has some expert terrain.Some
GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES
First Aid First Aid 30+ Miles (W) Breckenridge Medical Center (303) 674-1489
Gasoline Gasoline 5-20 Miles (E) Bailey
Diesel Diesel 5-20 Miles (E) Bailey
Potable Water Water 5-20 Miles (SW) Jefferson
RV Hookups RV Hookup 30+ Miles (NW) Tiger Run RV Resort (970) 453-9690
RV Dump Station RV Disposal 30+ Miles (NW) Tiger Run RV Resort (970) 453-9690
Primitive Camping Campground On Site Handcart Gulch Campground
Convenience Store Conv Store 5-20 Miles (SW) Jefferson Market (719) 836-2389
Swimming Swim Area 1-5 Miles (W) Gibson Lake
Body of Water Water Body On Site N. Fork South Platte River
Boating Launch Boat Ramp 5-20 Miles (SW) Jefferson Lake

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