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TRAIL MAPS & CONDITIONS

Trails Conditions Updated as of July 2nd, 2023

Summer is here and there is still a ton of snowing the mountains.  We are not complaining as we really needed the snow; however, this is causing a delayed start to some trails opening.  We will keep you updated with the latest openings.  Please be patient and kind on the trails as the ones that open will get crowded.   

SPECIAL ADVISORY:

Construction on Hwy 550:

  • CDOT will be doing road work (resurfacing) from Ridgway to Colona starting in April until October 2023.  
  • CDOT will be doing road work on Hwy 50 between Colona and Montrose, possible delays of 30-40 minutes.

Hwy 50 from Montrose to Gunnison construction will resume in April: 

  • Check CDOT for latest info.
  • Single lane alternating traffic from 6:30 AM-7:30 PM Monday – Friday
  • Full nighttime closure from 7:30 PM – 6:30 AM Monday through Friday 
  • Will be open to two-way traffic with no delays from Friday at 7:30 PM – to Monday at 6:30 AM.  
  • Plan your travel around the opening windows and be prepared to queue at designated areas. 
  • Please keep this road closure in mind especially if you plan to go to Lake City via the Engineer Pass or Cinnamon Pass and plan to return via Hwy 50.  

TRAIL CONDITIONS

Trails are listed below by the COUNTY agencies responsible for clearing.

The snow is melting and we are seeing summer flowers in town and some in the high country. However, if you do encounter a batch of snow closing the road, do not drive on the tundra to bypass the snow.  This damages the tundra and encourages others to follow in your path leading to damage and possible erosion.  Please respect the San Juans as if you call them home and leave the area just as pristine as when you arrived.

Any updates will appear below under corresponding trails as we receive or experience them.

P.S. stay in the loop on our FB and Instagram pages!

EXTRA INFO

Updates

OURAY COUNTY (OURAY)

  • YANKEE BOY BASIN

    Open to upper restroom

  • GOVERNOR BASIN

    Closed

  • IMOGENE

    Open to the Yellow Rose waterfall, snow plows are up on the switch backs but it could be another 2 weeks before they are to the top

  • OWL CREEK

    Open but hear there is still snow

  • MINERAL CREEK TO ENGINEER PASS

    Open be careful a lot of erosion on this trail making it difficult to traverse in places

  • CORKSCREW GULCH

    Open, a lot fo snow still in the avalanche area and on the switch backs

  • BROWN MOUNTAIN GULCH

    Open

  • RED MOUNTAIN TOWN LOOP

    Open

  • POUGHKEEPSIE

    Still closed as we understand you cannot even make it to the gate by Lake Como due to snow

    See USFS site.

SAN MIGUEL (TELLURIDE)

  • IMOGENE (TELLURIDE SIDE)

    Closed  

  • LAST DOLLAR PASS

    Open

  • OPHIR (TELLURIDE SIDE)

    Closed  

  • AMES ROAD

    OPEN year round. This is such a fun little trail between Ophir and Sawpit. But, the highlight is the very first AC plant (as in Tesla) built in the U.S. This electric plant serviced many of the mills between Telluride and Ouray in the early 1900’s.

  • ALTA LAKES

    Open to the mine

  • BLACK BEAR

    Closed

  • ROARING FORK

    This trail begins close to Dolores and exits near Purgatory. Out of our area, but worth the drive.

SAN JUAN (SILVERTON)

  • ENGINEER

    Open

  • OPHIR

    Open to the top

  • PICAYUNE / PLACER LOOP

    Open

  • LIME CREEK

  • This trail begins about 20 miles north of Silverton and exits above the Cascade Creek Townhomes south of Purgatory.  We have no update on this trail

  • SOUTH MINERAL SPRINGS & CLEAR LAKE

    Open to Ice Lake trail head, Clear lake is still not accessible

  • BLACK BEAR

    Closed

  • STONY PASS

    Closed

  • CUNNINGHAM GULCH

    Open to the split for Stony Pass, but closed after the split

  • HURRICANE PASS

    Open

  • CALIFORNIA GULCH

    Open

  • MAGGIE, MINNIE AND MINNEHAHA

    Closed

  • CINNAMON PASS

    Open

  • ANIMAS FORKS TOWNSITE

    Open

Our information comes from being up on the trails ourselves or updates from County/USFS sources, and those that have been on particular trails in their own vehicles. So, as with any high mountain terrain, be CAUTIOUS! If you start up a trail and you are uncertain, don’t go any farther.

Remember, the adventure lies in exploring the beautiful scenery and seeing what’s around the next corner… not just a destination. Take water, layers of warm clothing, and maps. Allow plenty of time.

Jeep Trail Maps

See where our Jeep Tours go, or plan your route with your Jeep rental (except Black Bear Pass).  Click on a trail map to the right for specific tour details, and it will take you directly to that tour for a full description and booking information.

4×4 Jeep Trail maps are available in our office.