IntrepidXJ

We headed out on a day trip to the San Juan Mountains today. We drove there, ran a few trails, and drove home on one tank of gas....so that wasn't too bad

We started off by heading up Poughkeepsie Gulch







Lake Como





After spending a little time at Lake Como, we took the short trip up to the top of California Pass



Then he headed back down and took the road up to Hurricane Pass

Great views down on Lake Como


Red Mountain #1 and Corkscrew Pass trail in the distance

IntrepidXJ

It just so happens that Corkscrew Pass was our next destination

Near the top of the pass with Red Mountain #2


Old cabin and Red Mountain #2


When we made it down to the bottom of Corkscrew Gulch, we took a right turn and headed up Brown Mountain

First we came across the Silver Mountain Mine




Then as we climbed higher onto the mountain and out of the trees, we were offered good views of the surrounding area


Looking across at Red Mountain #1


Looking down on Ironton Park and the highway

IntrepidXJ

After heading back down to US 550, it was time to go finish a trail I started with Alex on the 4th of July weekend, when were were stopped by a snow drift.....US Basin & Browns Gulch

View into US Basin


Looking across the valley at Black Bear Pass trail and the trail that goes up to Porphyry Basin (US 550 down below)


The trail high above the highway


Brooklyn Mine


Finally, before heading home for the day we headed up into Porphyry Basin. I wasn't sure what to expect with this trail, but it turned out being my favorite of the day The only issue I had was a flat tire (I'm pretty sure I was due for a flat with all the trails I run).

mike

nice pics looks like yall had a good time.

kmanxj5050

i want to go to colorado so bad

somday when i am done with school and have some money i am comin out there!!!!

muddeprived

I will definately join ya! The coolest place to wheel IMO.

TrueBlueXJ

x2. My goal is to be living out there someday. You won't be able to keep me off those trails!

jpdocdave

great pics, i hate chicagoland. did you wheel alone?

morris340

Looks like it was a great trip. Me and a friend are planning ride trails in that area the last week of the month. I haven't done this before but will snow be a problem that late. We were planning to go to Black Bear Pass and Engineer Pass. Thanks for any help.

IntrepidXJ

i don't miss living near chicago one bit.

yes, I was alone. i usually go out exploring alone.

COSXJFAN

Sweet shots Intrepid!! I have to say it again.....I love Colorado!!!! Thanks for sharing dude!!

mike

man got to lookin at the pics again and damn yall are lucky. i'll trade you my house in ky for yours.

prerunner1982

I really enjoy this area as well. I wish I could have spent more time on the trails while my parents lived there. Dad still does but is in the process of selling thier house.


Black Bear can be quite an adventure for someone new to off roading. While making the switchbacks especially on the ones that turn left.. it is a bit unnerving to not know how close your tire is and all you see looking off the end of your hood is the valley a couple hundred feet below. It was great fun though when I went over it with my dad in his 85 CJ7.

As of a couple weeks ago there was still snow in the area, but I dont believe there should be any to stop any trails.

morris340

Thanks for the reply. My friend has some experience and we will be going in his bright and shiny Rubicon but he is ready to take off road. We will see what it looks like after the trip.

REWSTER

yea you never see any thing like that in chicago land
nice pics