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...
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
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
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