| Alt Names |
Cuchara River Recreation Area, Indian Creek Trail, Trinchera Peak Trailhead, Bear Lake, Blue Lake, Cucheras Creek, Baker Creek, San Isabel National Forest, Dodgeton Creek, Raspberry Mountain, Harrison Peak, Napoleon Peak, Park Mountain, Steep Mountain, Boca Canyon, Hells Canyon, Bear Canyon, Cuatro Peak, Mt. Maxwell, Marquita Peak |
| DESCRIPTION |
This popular summer destination offers scenic mountain views, beautiful aspen forest, camping, hiking, fishing and two OHV trails. Indian Creek trail is recommended for novice riders while Trinchera Peak trail offers more of a challenge for amateur riders. Portions of the trails may still be snow covered until early June. Mountain lions, wild turkey and black bear are among the many types of wildlife that inhabit this area.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Cuchara, CO |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 37º 19.913' W 105º 05.835' |
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From: Wolsenburg, CO
1) Take Hwy 160 west about 11 miles
2) Turn left (south) on Hwy 12, continue about 20 miles
3) Turn right on NF-422
4) Proceed 3.7 miles to the Blue Lake campgorund. Bear Lake campground is located about 1 mile past Blue Lake campground. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest, State Recreation |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
scenic mountain views, long & fun trails, beautiful aspen forest |
| Cons |
very popular during the summer, trails may still be snow covered until June |
| Rating |
 Very Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
Summer/Fall |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
5/15-11/15 |
| 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 |
| 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: $13.00
RV: $13.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $13.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Pike & San Isabel National Forest
2840 Kachina Drive
Pueblo, CO 81008
(719) 553-1400
www.fs.fed.us
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
40 |
| Miles Of Trail |
25 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
8500 to 12000 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Some |
| Hard Pack |
Some |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
 Little |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
Some |
| Trees |
 Many |
| Steep Hills |
 Few |
| Small Jumps |
Some |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Roads |
Few |
| Intersections |
Some |
| Rider Traffic |
Some |
| Shade |
Many |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (NE) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (NE) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (NE) |
| Water |
On Site |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (NE) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (NE) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (NE) |
| Swim Area |
On Site |
| Water Body |
On Site |
| Boat Ramp |
On Site |
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