Events/Trails 200s in Ouray Summer 2016 (1 Viewer)

[steenh]

CB only here too... next year I'll try to commit to Hamming it.

 

[SchobTime]

CB only as well

 

[damdifino]

Only 11 weeks away!!! Below are some of the common trails with descriptions. Let's start voting on trails to run and I'll start putting a schedule together. Keep in mind with the size we will have 2 groups this year. We will definitely have 2 runs of Black Bear and probably others. You can typically fit 2 trails in per day with the option to explore around some as well.

Complete List of trails: Last Dollar Road(E), Yankee Boy Basin(E), Governor Basin(D), Imogene Pass(M), Black Bear(D), Porphyry Gulch(M), Ophir Pass(M), Clear Lake(M), Mineral Creek(D), Poughkeepsie(D), Corkscrew Gulch(E), Red MTN Mine(E), California Gulch(E), Engineer Pass(M), Cinnamon Pass(M), Picayune Gulch(M), Eureka Gulch(E), Kendall MTN(M), Arrastra Gulch(M), Stony Pass(M)
E=Easy, M=Moderate, D=Difficult

The Alpine Loop (Moderate)
Trail time: 6-9 hours (including lunch time in Lake City). The Alpine Loop Back Country Byway in the northern San Juan Mountains of Colorado is a spectacular 65-mile tour of some of North America's most magnificent scenery. The byway boasts two 12,000+ foot passes that require a high clearance, four wheel drive vehicle. For those with an adventurous spirit (and an appropriate vehicle!), the area offers an opportunity to look backward in time to a time when early miners struggled in a rugged, often hostile environment. Description of Courtesy of www.alpineloop.com

Engineer Pass (Moderate)
This trail is the first half of the "Alpine Loop" outside of Ouray, It is extremely scenic and very long, filled with many things to photograph.

It starts just south of Ouray on the left side of the road as you are winding your way along the shelf. There is plenty of room to air down at the trailhead, and the trail starts out rocky right away. It gets easier after a mile or two, though. You can pick your lines through most of it and make it as easy or as difficult as you would like.

If you want to go over Engineer Pass, choose the "Alpine Loop" as one of your trail runs, as this is the first leg of the loop.

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Cinnamon Pass (Easy/Moderate)
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This trail is part of the Alpine Loop, and takes you through many of Colorado's historic ghost towns and mining camps. Very Picturesque and a lovely trail to take.

If you want to go over Cinnamon Pass, choose the "Alpine Loop" as one of your trail runs, as this is the second leg of the loop.

California Pass (Moderate)
Trail time: 4-6 hours (for both California Pass and Cork Screw Gulch). This trail is absolutely beautiful from start to finish. Though it isn't a technically challenging trail it does follow very narrow shelf roads. All drivers will need to be very careful. Plan to spend a bit of time in Animas Forks if you can -- there are few towns like this one still left standing. There is a large amount of parking and pit toilets available. You can pick up a brochure and sign the guestbook, then follow the walking tour detailed in the pamphlet to check out the thirteen buildings and items of interest. There is a lot of history and it is very interesting as well as scenic.

California Pass and Cork Screw Gluch connect to form one trail run at the FJ Summit

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Cork Screw Gulch (Moderate)
Trail time: 4-6 hours (for both California Pass and Cork Screw Gulch). If you enjoy the red-colored mountains in the Ouray area you will really enjoy Corkscrew Gulch. There are three red mountains on Red Mountain Pass -- their names are Red Mountain Number 1, Red Mountain Number 2 and Red Mountain Number 3. This trail climbs between Red Mountains 1 and 2 as it connects highway 550 to highway 11.

California Pass and Cork Screw Gluch connect to form one trail run at the FJ Summit

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Black Bear Pass (Moderate/Difficult)
Trail time: 5-7 hours (Including lunch time in Telluride). Enjoy the thrill of true rugged four-wheeling in the San Juans! This is a heart-stopping and breath taking alpine trail to Telluride passing right by the spectacular Bridal Veil Falls.

This is one of the most famous trails in the state and for good reason. It's beautiful and slightly terrifying. You travel from south of Ouray to Telluride over Black Bear Pass, around Ingram Basin, and right through the middle of Bridal Veil Falls.

The Black Bear trail run will go from Ouray to Teluride on Black Bear Road, and return to Ouray over Ophir Pass and Highway 550.

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Imogene Pass (Easy/Moderate)
Trail time: 6-9 hours (Including lunch time in Telluride. Imogene Pass is the second highest pass in Colorado, making it a beautiful and thrilling ride.

The trail is wide and surrounded by trees and is fairly easy, but some shelf roads and switchbacks will keep your hands on the wheel. Views of Telluride are amazing!

The Imogene Pass trail run will go from Ouray to Teluride via Imogene Pass, and return to Ouray over Ophir Pass and Highway 550.

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Ophir Pass (Easy)
This trail is fairly easy though you spend a lot of time on a shelf road. The road is usually narrow so if you have to pass someone it could be difficult and dangerous.

The trail connects Telluride and Silverton and is very scenic. If you run it in June or later it should be cleared by snowplows, and you get to pass on the trail between walls of snow.

The Black Bear Pass and Imogene Pass trail runs will return from Teluride over Ophir Pass. Ophir Pass is also a good choice to make a loop to Teluride with Last Dollar Road.

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Poughkeepsie Gulch (Moderate/Difficult)
Trail time: 4-6 hours. This trail is one of Ouray's more difficult trails, with absolutely beautiful views and some fun on rocks and water, depending on snow melt conditions. Additional obstacles add to the fun and challenge!

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: Lifted and armored. Stock MAY be OK, but you will have to be very cautious to avoid undercarriage damage. Obstacles near the end of the trail may require winching, but they are optional obstacles.

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The Gulches (Moderate)
Trail time: 6-8 hours. This trail run will give you a chance to explore some of the seldom seen sights in the San Juan's, from the beautiful Gold Prince Mine to the remarkably intact Sound Democrat Mill. Trail leaders will choose a variet of in-and-out gulches to explore. Participants will have the opportunity to stop and explore the valleys, cirques, and couliors that mae up these special local treasures

Yankee Boy Basin (Easy)
A very popular trail, this one can't be missed if you find yourself in the area. It is short and not particularly difficult and you get to see some gorgeous sites.

It intersects with Imogene Pass, Governor Basin and basically is the end of road 361 out of Ouray. It starts with the Torpedo Eclipse Mill on your right and the Ruby Trust Mine on your left. A little further up the trail and you can see the Atlas Mill on the left.

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Last Dollar Road (Easy)
This road was originally an early supply route from Ouray to Telluride. This extremely easy road traverses through picturesque ranches, passes through beautiful aspen forests, and provides scenic views of the San Miguel canyon as you wind your way to Telluride. Beautiful in the fall with its amber colored aspen stands.

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Governor Basin Ouray County, Colorado (Easy/Moderate)
Because this trail is not as used as Yankee Boy Basin it ends up being a lot more private. It is a network of trails with lots of sights to see.

The network of trails starts right away after a climb on a shelf road. The whole area is fun to explore. As you are climbing the switchbacks keep your eyes peeled for a very well-hidden trail that leaves from the turnoff in a switchback as you climb and make a right turn. This is the place you will come back to if you make a loop around Sidney Basin. The trail at this end is narrow, off camber, and not traveled very often.

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Man, am gettin' psyched! I don't know what group it is, but I'm in for Black Bear (bucket list) and the Alpine Loop, plus whatever else...

 

[SchobTime]

Man, am gettin' psyched! I don't know what group it is, but I'm in for Black Bear (bucket list) and the Alpine Loop, plus whatever else...

I have a feeling we will have 2 or 3 groups hitting Black Bear/Imogene on day 1 (Friday). That said I will totally hit the Alpine Loop with you on Saturday

 

[ethernectar]

What day or two would be the best to be there in a stock 200 series? I'm plotting my course for a 10 day four-corners trek and can spare a couple days up that way.

 

[Letsgomoreplaces]

I'm leaving today from WA to start a 10 day, 3000+ mile "Ultimate Dadventure" with 2 kids in the 200 Series and the rooftop tent. He will be heading through WA, OR, ID, UT, CO, NM and maybe some other states too. With a stop at Silverton for the 6th annual 100s in the hills event. Unfortunately, I wont be able to stick around til the following weekend as it's a lot of time on the road. Hope everyone has a good time, and maybe we'll run into some earlybirds.

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[steenh]

Come visit us in Moab the week before the Ouray event. All the cool kids from the 200 group will be there. I'll be there too

 

[Canyonero]

I'll be running a CB, but will have 3, 2-way radios also.

 

[ethernectar]

@codyaustin5 - Looks like I am in for the easy/mild trails. My 200 is stock on the outside with street tires, so definitely don't want to be "that guy" on the trail who holds everything up. HAM comms (KJ6NAF) and a FRS walkie someplace in the truck. Willing to ride shotgun and take photos if there's an open seat on some of the more moderate runs

Haven't looked at accommodations yet, may camp, assuming that's easier there.

 

[codyaustin5]

@codyaustin5 - Looks like I am in for the easy/mild trails. My 200 is stock on the outside with street tires, so definitely don't want to be "that guy" on the trail who holds everything up. HAM comms (KJ6NAF) and a FRS walkie someplace in the truck. Willing to ride shotgun and take photos if there's an open seat on some of the more moderate runs

Haven't looked at accommodations yet, may camp, assuming that's easier there.

Great! There are some milder trails you can do. I have a complete listing you can look it. I'm sure there will be some open seats to jump into including mine a day or 2. Wife and kids will mostly stay in town and play at park, hot springs and other activities.

 

[woody]

We've been in Ouray for almost two weeks, FJ Summit began yesterday. So far, other than "the Wall" on Poughkeepsie, we've done every trail here with the BJ74 on 33's...no lockers needed. Heathers GX470 (also on 33's) had zero issue with Black Bear and has done everything else here in the past (yes, she was driving, no spotter required) Trails have all been in great condition.

Other than the Wall on Poughkeepsie (optional, the bypass is open this year) and a couple optional lines on other trails, the wheeling here isn't technical, just spectacular. Flowers/colors right now are simply amazing. We've seen quite a few deer, the elk herd in Telluride is right next to the road every time we go thru, and only one black bear wandered in the woods behind our camp last week. (4J's) Marmots are all over the place as well, and our beagle is going insane

The longer wheelbase of the 200 series puts sliders on the "good idea" list, but certainly not required if you pay attention.

Took two GX470's from Georgia and one FJ Cruiser from Wisconsin across Black Bear yesterday...

 

[paflytyer]

Just wanted to pass along that we wish the 200 group all the best with your growing attendance and upcoming event. 100s in the Hills has been so successful that we have moved out of a primitive area and are now occupying one of the best pieces of land in the region.

We would still like to welcome a collaborative effort in the future with the 200 group as it's the natural progression for Land Cruiser ownership. At this point, almost 7 years in, we have a complete system in place for permits, insurance, town support, local SAR, sheriff and fire, location, (with wifi, hot water and plumbing) and a very good handle on how to host 250+ people and their Land Cruisers. We have also established a great working relationship with many business owners and have secured deals for food/lodging in the area.

We will have one hundred 100 Series in attendance this year and would be happy to offer a few trail suggestions and even some secret routes/photo locations to the group. Safe travels.

 

[Willy beamin]

I'd be interested in learning about a secret route and or trail suggestions
Thanks

 

[RockHawk]

Hello everyone. This is my first post.

I'm new to the forum, recently traded in a 2011 trail for a 2014 LC.

I am borrowing the LC (wife daily driver) and heading up to Ouray with my neighbors who also have a 200.

Does anybody have a good packing list they would like to share, as its my first major off-road adventure and trip to the area.

 

[codyaustin5]

Hello everyone. This is my first post.

I'm new to the forum, recently traded in a 2011 trail for a 2014 LC.

I am borrowing the LC (wife daily driver) and heading up to Ouray with my neighbors who also have a 200.

Does anybody have a good packing list they would like to share, as its my first major off-road adventure and trip to the area.

Congrats! Are you coming to our event or another weekend?

 

[RockHawk]

Congrats! Are you coming to our event or another weekend?

Coming to the event.

 

[Willy beamin]

Hello everyone. This is my first post.

I'm new to the forum, recently traded in a 2011 trail for a 2014 LC.

I am borrowing the LC (wife daily driver) and heading up to Ouray with my neighbors who also have a 200.

Does anybody have a good packing list they would like to share, as its my first major off-road adventure and trip to the area.

A good camera, plenty of sdcards,
Snacks, liquids, and gas money.
Not sure if the mountains in the summer will be cool or hot so bring both kinds of layers.thats a good start

 

[codyaustin5]

Coming to the event.

2 200's? How many total people? Need to confirm total count. Thx

 

[Canyonero]

Hi Cody, I'm +3 (wife, 6 year old girl and 5 year old boy.) Thanks!

 

[RockHawk]

2 200's? How many total people? Need to confirm total count. Thx

Myself plus a 4 year old

My neighbor, PHTaco, is probably already counted.