East Animas Road

Trail Overview

If you're looking to escape some of the heavier traffic on County Road 2 between Silverton and Lake City, East Animas Road is a fantastic alternative. At just 2 miles long, this trail offers a slightly different terrain and a refreshing perspective. East Animas Road winds gracefully along the scenic Animas River, providing a picturesque and somewhat adventurous route for those who travel it. This trail, narrow enough to accommodate only a single vehicle at a time, offers an intimate experience with nature. As you drive, you'll notice the rugged beauty of the fallen rocks from the surrounding mountains, adding a touch of raw wilderness to your journey. At one end there is a spot for you to turn around on.

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Difficulty

This trail consists of mostly a two-track gravel road. However, there are spots where you pass by where rocks have fallen from the mountain. These spots could have larger boulders in the way either making it more difficult to pass or making it so you have to back up & maybe turn around. Some spots closer to the Animas River are rutted out as well. Overall it is a pretty easy 2 miles of rocky road.

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