A steep old 4wd road to Ruby Mountain
Usa, north-america
N/A
3,607 m
hard
Year-round
Hey fellow adventurers! Ever dreamed of conquering a Colorado peak? Ruby Mountain, clocking in at a hefty 11,833 feet, might just be your next obsession. Tucked away in Summit County within the Arapaho National Forest, this beauty offers views for days.
The road? Think rugged. We're talking totally unpaved, old-school mine road vibes. Word is, motorized vehicles are a no-go these days, but the views from the top are supposed to be incredible.
If you’re thinking about tackling this one, know it's STEEP! From Peru Creek Trail (Forest Service Road 260), it's a short but intense climb— just over half a mile, gaining about 460 feet. That's a gradient that will definitely get your heart pumping. Expect access roughly from March to November, but even then, remember that lingering snow at the summit can stick around well into July. Early birds might find the lower sections clear sooner.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,607 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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