Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

"Will Honea" <hwj25(remove this)@qwest.net> wrote in message
news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dyepWfWbmHz7@anon.none.net...
> Jerry, keep an eye on the weather between now and when you come. If
> we don't get some timely moisture you may find camping pretty grim
> with all sorts of fire restrictions.

Info on CO wildfires and fire bans:
http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/CSFS/fireinfo.html

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

Check out
http://www.bighorn4x4.com/trails/chi...h_071402.shtml

Looks like Chinaman's may be our of Colorado Springs

In Teh San Juan's;
Black Bear is really not so bad for an experienced 4X4er. Go slow and
make sure you can back up now and then. A few tight turns and scenery
that won't quit.
You might also like Engineer Pass out of Ouray to Lake City. Then
return via Stony Pass to Silverton. (Check the weather, if rain is in
the area Pole Creek can be too deep for the faint haearted.)
Imogene pass between Ouray and Telluride is another favorite.
Alta lakes is beautiful and not very difficult at all.
The trip from Rico, about 20-30 miles from Telluride, to Dunton threw
the meadows is another lovely trip and not dificult.
Also the trip from north of Rico over Bolam Pass to Purgatory is
beautiful.
All these and many others, except Chinaman's," are described in "4WD
Adventures Colorado" by Peter Massey and Jeanne Wilson. I am sure
there are other books but I happen to have this one.

On Sat, 8 May 2004 11:34:33 -0500, "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com>
wrote:

>I'm a new Jeeper. I just want some fun, backwoods... not too
>difficult--I'll-be-alone-with-my-wife-on-a-camping-trip type trail. I'd
>like to hit "Holy Cross" out by Leadville. I think I've heard of Chinaman's
>Gulch, but I don't know where that's at. My brother-in-law lives in
>Breckenridge, so I suppose I'd like to remain in the summit area for this
>trip.
>
>Thanks,
>Muuurgh
>
>
>"Bob" <magicclaw@mac.com> wrote in message
>news:47b769ae.0405071156.570de2c2@posting.google. com...
>> Muuurgh:
>> What they said. I live in Denver, so I usually am more biased towards
>> trails I can get to and home from in a single day if possible.
>>
>> You didn't mention what kind of trails you like (easy, hard, scenic,
>> etc.) and what your main focus is when doing the trails. I like hard
>> trails, so my favorites are things such as Holy Cross and Chinaman's
>> Gulch, both about 2-3 hours West of Denver.
>> There are also beautiful areas with trails ranging from easy to
>> difficult out at Crested Butte, and of course, the Ouray area is
>> supposed to be awesome (haven't been there yet).
>>
>> Go check out www.traildamage.com. I'm a member of that group here, and
>> over the last couple years the trails page has gotten quite extensive.
>> Directions and trail descriptions, along with photos and links to
>> trail reports from actual runs, are all available there. (I'm on the
>> members page, btw, if you want to see my Jeep, under the name "Bob".)
>>
>>
>> ks:
>> Our traildamage group is planning a trip later this summer to Ouray.
>> I'd personally like to camp when we're there...do you have any good
>> recommendations for campsites or any place I might look to find out
>> what's available, and where? Do they allow reservations at any
>> campsites? Are there free ones? Ones that require fees? How much?
>> Figured I'd ask you all this since you implied you go there and go
>> camping on more than a rare occasion. First hand intel, you know ;-)
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Bob
>>
>> "ks" <co_big_cheese@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:<BbNmc.1049$Tj.14616@news.uswest.net>...
>> > Couldn't agree with Gary more.....
>> >
>> > San Juans are incredible. And being that I'm only two hours away I
>might be
>> > a little biased. THe SIlverton/Ouray are has a multitude of camping and
>> > great wheeling of all levels. You won't get bored. Buy the book, Jerry
>> > mentioned, you wont be sorry.
>> >
>> > "Gary" <jeepguy482003@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>> > news:ff8337fd.0405062221.5a115088@posting.google.c om...
>> > > "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com> wrote in message
>> > news:<2g0bmbF34n7rU1@uni-berlin.de>...
>> > > > I'm plannin' a week long camping trip in CO for this summer. Where
>is
>> > there
>> > > > a good, long, remote, trail that I might hit and camp on?
>> > > >
>> > > > Thanks,
>> > > > Muuurgh
>> > >
>> > > There are a lot of great Jeep trails in the San Juan Mountains in the
>> > > southwest part of Colorado. The San Juans are drop-dead gorgeous, as
>> > > far as scenery goes. Check out the area around Ouray, Telluride, and
>> > > Lake City. Trails vary in difficulty from a leisurely drive through
>> > > the park to a tooth-chattering, white-knuckle, pee-your-pants kind of
>> > > adventure, so pick your route carefully, based on your vehicle, level
>> > > of offroad experience, and comfort level. Also, ask for local advice
>> > > and keep an eye on the weather when you get there - things can change
>> > > rapidly in the mountains, turning an easy ride into an impassable road
>> > > in a flash. Most of the trails can be driven in a day, and you will
>> > > run into other Jeepers along the way, but there are a lot of
>> > > campgrounds in the area. The beauty of the San Juans is unsurpassed
>> > > if you are looking for classic alpine places to visit.
>> > > Happy trails.
>> > > Gary
>

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

Check out
http://www.bighorn4x4.com/trails/chi...h_071402.shtml

Looks like Chinaman's may be our of Colorado Springs

In Teh San Juan's;
Black Bear is really not so bad for an experienced 4X4er. Go slow and
make sure you can back up now and then. A few tight turns and scenery
that won't quit.
You might also like Engineer Pass out of Ouray to Lake City. Then
return via Stony Pass to Silverton. (Check the weather, if rain is in
the area Pole Creek can be too deep for the faint haearted.)
Imogene pass between Ouray and Telluride is another favorite.
Alta lakes is beautiful and not very difficult at all.
The trip from Rico, about 20-30 miles from Telluride, to Dunton threw
the meadows is another lovely trip and not dificult.
Also the trip from north of Rico over Bolam Pass to Purgatory is
beautiful.
All these and many others, except Chinaman's," are described in "4WD
Adventures Colorado" by Peter Massey and Jeanne Wilson. I am sure
there are other books but I happen to have this one.

On Sat, 8 May 2004 11:34:33 -0500, "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com>
wrote:

>I'm a new Jeeper. I just want some fun, backwoods... not too
>difficult--I'll-be-alone-with-my-wife-on-a-camping-trip type trail. I'd
>like to hit "Holy Cross" out by Leadville. I think I've heard of Chinaman's
>Gulch, but I don't know where that's at. My brother-in-law lives in
>Breckenridge, so I suppose I'd like to remain in the summit area for this
>trip.
>
>Thanks,
>Muuurgh
>
>
>"Bob" <magicclaw@mac.com> wrote in message
>news:47b769ae.0405071156.570de2c2@posting.google. com...
>> Muuurgh:
>> What they said. I live in Denver, so I usually am more biased towards
>> trails I can get to and home from in a single day if possible.
>>
>> You didn't mention what kind of trails you like (easy, hard, scenic,
>> etc.) and what your main focus is when doing the trails. I like hard
>> trails, so my favorites are things such as Holy Cross and Chinaman's
>> Gulch, both about 2-3 hours West of Denver.
>> There are also beautiful areas with trails ranging from easy to
>> difficult out at Crested Butte, and of course, the Ouray area is
>> supposed to be awesome (haven't been there yet).
>>
>> Go check out www.traildamage.com. I'm a member of that group here, and
>> over the last couple years the trails page has gotten quite extensive.
>> Directions and trail descriptions, along with photos and links to
>> trail reports from actual runs, are all available there. (I'm on the
>> members page, btw, if you want to see my Jeep, under the name "Bob".)
>>
>>
>> ks:
>> Our traildamage group is planning a trip later this summer to Ouray.
>> I'd personally like to camp when we're there...do you have any good
>> recommendations for campsites or any place I might look to find out
>> what's available, and where? Do they allow reservations at any
>> campsites? Are there free ones? Ones that require fees? How much?
>> Figured I'd ask you all this since you implied you go there and go
>> camping on more than a rare occasion. First hand intel, you know ;-)
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Bob
>>
>> "ks" <co_big_cheese@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:<BbNmc.1049$Tj.14616@news.uswest.net>...
>> > Couldn't agree with Gary more.....
>> >
>> > San Juans are incredible. And being that I'm only two hours away I
>might be
>> > a little biased. THe SIlverton/Ouray are has a multitude of camping and
>> > great wheeling of all levels. You won't get bored. Buy the book, Jerry
>> > mentioned, you wont be sorry.
>> >
>> > "Gary" <jeepguy482003@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>> > news:ff8337fd.0405062221.5a115088@posting.google.c om...
>> > > "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com> wrote in message
>> > news:<2g0bmbF34n7rU1@uni-berlin.de>...
>> > > > I'm plannin' a week long camping trip in CO for this summer. Where
>is
>> > there
>> > > > a good, long, remote, trail that I might hit and camp on?
>> > > >
>> > > > Thanks,
>> > > > Muuurgh
>> > >
>> > > There are a lot of great Jeep trails in the San Juan Mountains in the
>> > > southwest part of Colorado. The San Juans are drop-dead gorgeous, as
>> > > far as scenery goes. Check out the area around Ouray, Telluride, and
>> > > Lake City. Trails vary in difficulty from a leisurely drive through
>> > > the park to a tooth-chattering, white-knuckle, pee-your-pants kind of
>> > > adventure, so pick your route carefully, based on your vehicle, level
>> > > of offroad experience, and comfort level. Also, ask for local advice
>> > > and keep an eye on the weather when you get there - things can change
>> > > rapidly in the mountains, turning an easy ride into an impassable road
>> > > in a flash. Most of the trails can be driven in a day, and you will
>> > > run into other Jeepers along the way, but there are a lot of
>> > > campgrounds in the area. The beauty of the San Juans is unsurpassed
>> > > if you are looking for classic alpine places to visit.
>> > > Happy trails.
>> > > Gary
>

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

Check out
http://www.bighorn4x4.com/trails/chi...h_071402.shtml

Looks like Chinaman's may be our of Colorado Springs

In Teh San Juan's;
Black Bear is really not so bad for an experienced 4X4er. Go slow and
make sure you can back up now and then. A few tight turns and scenery
that won't quit.
You might also like Engineer Pass out of Ouray to Lake City. Then
return via Stony Pass to Silverton. (Check the weather, if rain is in
the area Pole Creek can be too deep for the faint haearted.)
Imogene pass between Ouray and Telluride is another favorite.
Alta lakes is beautiful and not very difficult at all.
The trip from Rico, about 20-30 miles from Telluride, to Dunton threw
the meadows is another lovely trip and not dificult.
Also the trip from north of Rico over Bolam Pass to Purgatory is
beautiful.
All these and many others, except Chinaman's," are described in "4WD
Adventures Colorado" by Peter Massey and Jeanne Wilson. I am sure
there are other books but I happen to have this one.

On Sat, 8 May 2004 11:34:33 -0500, "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com>
wrote:

>I'm a new Jeeper. I just want some fun, backwoods... not too
>difficult--I'll-be-alone-with-my-wife-on-a-camping-trip type trail. I'd
>like to hit "Holy Cross" out by Leadville. I think I've heard of Chinaman's
>Gulch, but I don't know where that's at. My brother-in-law lives in
>Breckenridge, so I suppose I'd like to remain in the summit area for this
>trip.
>
>Thanks,
>Muuurgh
>
>
>"Bob" <magicclaw@mac.com> wrote in message
>news:47b769ae.0405071156.570de2c2@posting.google. com...
>> Muuurgh:
>> What they said. I live in Denver, so I usually am more biased towards
>> trails I can get to and home from in a single day if possible.
>>
>> You didn't mention what kind of trails you like (easy, hard, scenic,
>> etc.) and what your main focus is when doing the trails. I like hard
>> trails, so my favorites are things such as Holy Cross and Chinaman's
>> Gulch, both about 2-3 hours West of Denver.
>> There are also beautiful areas with trails ranging from easy to
>> difficult out at Crested Butte, and of course, the Ouray area is
>> supposed to be awesome (haven't been there yet).
>>
>> Go check out www.traildamage.com. I'm a member of that group here, and
>> over the last couple years the trails page has gotten quite extensive.
>> Directions and trail descriptions, along with photos and links to
>> trail reports from actual runs, are all available there. (I'm on the
>> members page, btw, if you want to see my Jeep, under the name "Bob".)
>>
>>
>> ks:
>> Our traildamage group is planning a trip later this summer to Ouray.
>> I'd personally like to camp when we're there...do you have any good
>> recommendations for campsites or any place I might look to find out
>> what's available, and where? Do they allow reservations at any
>> campsites? Are there free ones? Ones that require fees? How much?
>> Figured I'd ask you all this since you implied you go there and go
>> camping on more than a rare occasion. First hand intel, you know ;-)
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Bob
>>
>> "ks" <co_big_cheese@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:<BbNmc.1049$Tj.14616@news.uswest.net>...
>> > Couldn't agree with Gary more.....
>> >
>> > San Juans are incredible. And being that I'm only two hours away I
>might be
>> > a little biased. THe SIlverton/Ouray are has a multitude of camping and
>> > great wheeling of all levels. You won't get bored. Buy the book, Jerry
>> > mentioned, you wont be sorry.
>> >
>> > "Gary" <jeepguy482003@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>> > news:ff8337fd.0405062221.5a115088@posting.google.c om...
>> > > "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com> wrote in message
>> > news:<2g0bmbF34n7rU1@uni-berlin.de>...
>> > > > I'm plannin' a week long camping trip in CO for this summer. Where
>is
>> > there
>> > > > a good, long, remote, trail that I might hit and camp on?
>> > > >
>> > > > Thanks,
>> > > > Muuurgh
>> > >
>> > > There are a lot of great Jeep trails in the San Juan Mountains in the
>> > > southwest part of Colorado. The San Juans are drop-dead gorgeous, as
>> > > far as scenery goes. Check out the area around Ouray, Telluride, and
>> > > Lake City. Trails vary in difficulty from a leisurely drive through
>> > > the park to a tooth-chattering, white-knuckle, pee-your-pants kind of
>> > > adventure, so pick your route carefully, based on your vehicle, level
>> > > of offroad experience, and comfort level. Also, ask for local advice
>> > > and keep an eye on the weather when you get there - things can change
>> > > rapidly in the mountains, turning an easy ride into an impassable road
>> > > in a flash. Most of the trails can be driven in a day, and you will
>> > > run into other Jeepers along the way, but there are a lot of
>> > > campgrounds in the area. The beauty of the San Juans is unsurpassed
>> > > if you are looking for classic alpine places to visit.
>> > > Happy trails.
>> > > Gary
>

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

Check out
http://www.bighorn4x4.com/trails/chi...h_071402.shtml

Looks like Chinaman's may be our of Colorado Springs

In Teh San Juan's;
Black Bear is really not so bad for an experienced 4X4er. Go slow and
make sure you can back up now and then. A few tight turns and scenery
that won't quit.
You might also like Engineer Pass out of Ouray to Lake City. Then
return via Stony Pass to Silverton. (Check the weather, if rain is in
the area Pole Creek can be too deep for the faint haearted.)
Imogene pass between Ouray and Telluride is another favorite.
Alta lakes is beautiful and not very difficult at all.
The trip from Rico, about 20-30 miles from Telluride, to Dunton threw
the meadows is another lovely trip and not dificult.
Also the trip from north of Rico over Bolam Pass to Purgatory is
beautiful.
All these and many others, except Chinaman's," are described in "4WD
Adventures Colorado" by Peter Massey and Jeanne Wilson. I am sure
there are other books but I happen to have this one.

On Sat, 8 May 2004 11:34:33 -0500, "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com>
wrote:

>I'm a new Jeeper. I just want some fun, backwoods... not too
>difficult--I'll-be-alone-with-my-wife-on-a-camping-trip type trail. I'd
>like to hit "Holy Cross" out by Leadville. I think I've heard of Chinaman's
>Gulch, but I don't know where that's at. My brother-in-law lives in
>Breckenridge, so I suppose I'd like to remain in the summit area for this
>trip.
>
>Thanks,
>Muuurgh
>
>
>"Bob" <magicclaw@mac.com> wrote in message
>news:47b769ae.0405071156.570de2c2@posting.google. com...
>> Muuurgh:
>> What they said. I live in Denver, so I usually am more biased towards
>> trails I can get to and home from in a single day if possible.
>>
>> You didn't mention what kind of trails you like (easy, hard, scenic,
>> etc.) and what your main focus is when doing the trails. I like hard
>> trails, so my favorites are things such as Holy Cross and Chinaman's
>> Gulch, both about 2-3 hours West of Denver.
>> There are also beautiful areas with trails ranging from easy to
>> difficult out at Crested Butte, and of course, the Ouray area is
>> supposed to be awesome (haven't been there yet).
>>
>> Go check out www.traildamage.com. I'm a member of that group here, and
>> over the last couple years the trails page has gotten quite extensive.
>> Directions and trail descriptions, along with photos and links to
>> trail reports from actual runs, are all available there. (I'm on the
>> members page, btw, if you want to see my Jeep, under the name "Bob".)
>>
>>
>> ks:
>> Our traildamage group is planning a trip later this summer to Ouray.
>> I'd personally like to camp when we're there...do you have any good
>> recommendations for campsites or any place I might look to find out
>> what's available, and where? Do they allow reservations at any
>> campsites? Are there free ones? Ones that require fees? How much?
>> Figured I'd ask you all this since you implied you go there and go
>> camping on more than a rare occasion. First hand intel, you know ;-)
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Bob
>>
>> "ks" <co_big_cheese@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:<BbNmc.1049$Tj.14616@news.uswest.net>...
>> > Couldn't agree with Gary more.....
>> >
>> > San Juans are incredible. And being that I'm only two hours away I
>might be
>> > a little biased. THe SIlverton/Ouray are has a multitude of camping and
>> > great wheeling of all levels. You won't get bored. Buy the book, Jerry
>> > mentioned, you wont be sorry.
>> >
>> > "Gary" <jeepguy482003@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>> > news:ff8337fd.0405062221.5a115088@posting.google.c om...
>> > > "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com> wrote in message
>> > news:<2g0bmbF34n7rU1@uni-berlin.de>...
>> > > > I'm plannin' a week long camping trip in CO for this summer. Where
>is
>> > there
>> > > > a good, long, remote, trail that I might hit and camp on?
>> > > >
>> > > > Thanks,
>> > > > Muuurgh
>> > >
>> > > There are a lot of great Jeep trails in the San Juan Mountains in the
>> > > southwest part of Colorado. The San Juans are drop-dead gorgeous, as
>> > > far as scenery goes. Check out the area around Ouray, Telluride, and
>> > > Lake City. Trails vary in difficulty from a leisurely drive through
>> > > the park to a tooth-chattering, white-knuckle, pee-your-pants kind of
>> > > adventure, so pick your route carefully, based on your vehicle, level
>> > > of offroad experience, and comfort level. Also, ask for local advice
>> > > and keep an eye on the weather when you get there - things can change
>> > > rapidly in the mountains, turning an easy ride into an impassable road
>> > > in a flash. Most of the trails can be driven in a day, and you will
>> > > run into other Jeepers along the way, but there are a lot of
>> > > campgrounds in the area. The beauty of the San Juans is unsurpassed
>> > > if you are looking for classic alpine places to visit.
>> > > Happy trails.
>> > > Gary
>

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

On Sat, 8 May 2004 17:07:56 UTC "Shamus in CO" <askme@nospam.com>
wrote:

> "Will Honea" <hwj25(remove this)@qwest.net> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dyepWfWbmHz7@anon.none.net...
> > Jerry, keep an eye on the weather between now and when you come. If
> > we don't get some timely moisture you may find camping pretty grim
> > with all sorts of fire restrictions.
>
> Info on CO wildfires and fire bans:
> http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/CSFS/fireinfo.html

Hey, thanks. Fer cryin out loud, I live in COS and didn't know that
one!

--
Will Honea

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

On Sat, 8 May 2004 17:07:56 UTC "Shamus in CO" <askme@nospam.com>
wrote:

> "Will Honea" <hwj25(remove this)@qwest.net> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dyepWfWbmHz7@anon.none.net...
> > Jerry, keep an eye on the weather between now and when you come. If
> > we don't get some timely moisture you may find camping pretty grim
> > with all sorts of fire restrictions.
>
> Info on CO wildfires and fire bans:
> http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/CSFS/fireinfo.html

Hey, thanks. Fer cryin out loud, I live in COS and didn't know that
one!

--
Will Honea

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

On Sat, 8 May 2004 17:07:56 UTC "Shamus in CO" <askme@nospam.com>
wrote:

> "Will Honea" <hwj25(remove this)@qwest.net> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dyepWfWbmHz7@anon.none.net...
> > Jerry, keep an eye on the weather between now and when you come. If
> > we don't get some timely moisture you may find camping pretty grim
> > with all sorts of fire restrictions.
>
> Info on CO wildfires and fire bans:
> http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/CSFS/fireinfo.html

Hey, thanks. Fer cryin out loud, I live in COS and didn't know that
one!

--
Will Honea

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

On Sat, 8 May 2004 17:07:56 UTC "Shamus in CO" <askme@nospam.com>
wrote:

> "Will Honea" <hwj25(remove this)@qwest.net> wrote in message
> news:JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-dyepWfWbmHz7@anon.none.net...
> > Jerry, keep an eye on the weather between now and when you come. If
> > we don't get some timely moisture you may find camping pretty grim
> > with all sorts of fire restrictions.
>
> Info on CO wildfires and fire bans:
> http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/CSFS/fireinfo.html

Hey, thanks. Fer cryin out loud, I live in COS and didn't know that
one!

--
Will Honea

Re: Where to go Jeepin' in CO?
 

It's been a few years since I was there, but the Buffalo Peaks area
between Leadville and Buena Vista has some really nice areas for
camping. I used to take the kids out there until they moved on (and
the !@#$%^& bikes got to be too much of a nuisance!).

On Sat, 8 May 2004 16:34:33 UTC "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com> wrote:

> I'm a new Jeeper. I just want some fun, backwoods... not too
> difficult--I'll-be-alone-with-my-wife-on-a-camping-trip type trail. I'd
> like to hit "Holy Cross" out by Leadville. I think I've heard of Chinaman's
> Gulch, but I don't know where that's at. My brother-in-law lives in
> Breckenridge, so I suppose I'd like to remain in the summit area for this
> trip.
>
> Thanks,
> Muuurgh
>
>
> "Bob" <magicclaw@mac.com> wrote in message
> news:47b769ae.0405071156.570de2c2@posting.google.c om...
> > Muuurgh:
> > What they said. I live in Denver, so I usually am more biased towards
> > trails I can get to and home from in a single day if possible.
> >
> > You didn't mention what kind of trails you like (easy, hard, scenic,
> > etc.) and what your main focus is when doing the trails. I like hard
> > trails, so my favorites are things such as Holy Cross and Chinaman's
> > Gulch, both about 2-3 hours West of Denver.
> > There are also beautiful areas with trails ranging from easy to
> > difficult out at Crested Butte, and of course, the Ouray area is
> > supposed to be awesome (haven't been there yet).
> >
> > Go check out www.traildamage.com. I'm a member of that group here, and
> > over the last couple years the trails page has gotten quite extensive.
> > Directions and trail descriptions, along with photos and links to
> > trail reports from actual runs, are all available there. (I'm on the
> > members page, btw, if you want to see my Jeep, under the name "Bob".)
> >
> >
> > ks:
> > Our traildamage group is planning a trip later this summer to Ouray.
> > I'd personally like to camp when we're there...do you have any good
> > recommendations for campsites or any place I might look to find out
> > what's available, and where? Do they allow reservations at any
> > campsites? Are there free ones? Ones that require fees? How much?
> > Figured I'd ask you all this since you implied you go there and go
> > camping on more than a rare occasion. First hand intel, you know ;-)
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Bob
> >
> > "ks" <co_big_cheese@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:<BbNmc.1049$Tj.14616@news.uswest.net>...
> > > Couldn't agree with Gary more.....
> > >
> > > San Juans are incredible. And being that I'm only two hours away I
> might be
> > > a little biased. THe SIlverton/Ouray are has a multitude of camping and
> > > great wheeling of all levels. You won't get bored. Buy the book, Jerry
> > > mentioned, you wont be sorry.
> > >
> > > "Gary" <jeepguy482003@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > > news:ff8337fd.0405062221.5a115088@posting.google.c om...
> > > > "Muuurgh" <meatbag@porkfat.com> wrote in message
> > > news:<2g0bmbF34n7rU1@uni-berlin.de>...
> > > > > I'm plannin' a week long camping trip in CO for this summer. Where
> is
> > > there
> > > > > a good, long, remote, trail that I might hit and camp on?
> > > > >
> > > > > Thanks,
> > > > > Muuurgh
> > > >
> > > > There are a lot of great Jeep trails in the San Juan Mountains in the
> > > > southwest part of Colorado. The San Juans are drop-dead gorgeous, as
> > > > far as scenery goes. Check out the area around Ouray, Telluride, and
> > > > Lake City. Trails vary in difficulty from a leisurely drive through
> > > > the park to a tooth-chattering, white-knuckle, pee-your-pants kind of
> > > > adventure, so pick your route carefully, based on your vehicle, level
> > > > of offroad experience, and comfort level. Also, ask for local advice
> > > > and keep an eye on the weather when you get there - things can change
> > > > rapidly in the mountains, turning an easy ride into an impassable road
> > > > in a flash. Most of the trails can be driven in a day, and you will
> > > > run into other Jeepers along the way, but there are a lot of
> > > > campgrounds in the area. The beauty of the San Juans is unsurpassed
> > > > if you are looking for classic alpine places to visit.
> > > > Happy trails.
> > > > Gary
>
>


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Will Honea