Contact Info
Fairplay, CO 80440
- Phone:
- 719-836-2031
Basics
- Length:
- 3.5 miles
- Difficulty:
- Intermediate
- Time:
- 1.5 - 2.5 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 8100 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 7000 feet to 8100 feet
- Elevation Change:
- -1100 feet
- Season:
- Year Round
Description
Water is not available at the trailhead. It is recommended to carry extra drinking water on hot days. Backcountry water is available on the lower end in the South Platte River.
Details
Length:
3.5 miles
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
1.5 - 2.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
8100
Elevation Range:
7000 feet to 8100
Elevation Change:
-1100
Season:
Year Round
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Turn off of the Tarryall road onto FDR 210. It may be difficult to locate the trailhead because this a popular four-wheel drive area. Continue on main road. The beginning of the trail follows the main road for the first mile. After this point, the trail becomes defined to a hiking trail marked by trail signs. After reaching the Platte River, the trail again follows four-wheel drive routes, connecting to FDR 220B. On y@ur return trip, hike the same trail back.
