Hiking

Kite Lake Campground serves as an important trailhead for climbing the peaks of Mounts Democrat, Lincoln, Cameron, and Bross, which are all over 14,000 feet in elevation. The Colorado Fourteeners Initiative provides up to date information about trail access to these mountains, so please check their website before planning your trip. If you are looking for a shorter hike, the Read more...

The 277-acre Alma State Wildlife Area is located north of Alma along the Middle Fork of the South Platte River. Fishing, wildlife viewing, and camping are available in accordance with state fishing regulations, and restrooms and campsites are provided. To reach the State Wildlife Area, go 1.5 miles north from Alma on Highway 9, then turn left on County Road Read more...

The Bristlecone Pine Scenic Area was established by the US. Forest Service in 1964. Bristlecone pines (Pinus aristata), the most durable living entities on this planet, are known to have achieved lifespans of several thousand years. A native of the American Rocky Mountains, these conifers are found at elevations that exceed 8,000 feet and are often found right at the Read more...

[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”2″ display=”basic_imagebrowser” template=”default”] Mosquito Pass, at an elevation of 13,185 feet, is one of the highest mountain passes in Colorado and its access roads are rich in mining heritage. Constructed in the late 1870s, the Mosquito Pass Road was popular despite its treacherous terrain because it was and still is the shortest route between Fairplay and Leadville. A driving Read more...

Located near the summit of Hoosier Pass off Hwy 9 is Montgomery Reservoir. At an elevation of 10,873 feet, this high altitude lake offers some dramatic views as it is surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks. Due to the winds that come down off the peaks, this reservoir is known to freeze over into solid blue ice in the winter. The reservoir Read more...

BOERA   HUGE thank you to everyone out using the property and paying with Venmo! If you want to pay with Venmo or PayPal, use our email boera.bailey@gmail.com. If it asks you to confirm a phone number, use x7473. Posted by BOERA on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 Read more...