5972B

Total Miles
0.6

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

BLM routes 5972A and 5972B provide access to dispersed camping for those wishing to enjoy the Arkansas River Valley near Salida, Colorado. These are typically loose, unmaintained dirt roads, located at the mouth of Bighorn Canyon near Wellsville, Colorado. Please use only previously disturbed and designated campsites. Pack out what is packed in.

Photos of 5972B

5972B
5972B

Difficulty

This trail is typically accessible year-round, though sudden inclement weather may affect access. Loose chunky rock no larger than 6-8 inches may enter the trail tread path, though four-wheel drive is not strictly necessary.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Access Description

Entrance to 5972A/B is on the south side of Highway 50 just across from the Wellsville access bridge.

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