Lamartine Road (AKA South Spring Gulch)

4.2/5 (59 reviews)
Lamartine Road is an excellent trail for off-roaders in the beautiful Arapahoe National Forest. The rough road provides breathtaking views of the Sangre de Cristo Range and the Wet Mountains. In addition, this trail is an alternative to Saxon Mountain Road's switchbacks and has many hidden campsit...Read More
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Highlights of Lamartine Road (AKA South Spring Gulch)

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Forest Category IconForest
Rock Category IconRock
Scenic Category IconScenic
Snow Wheeling Category IconSnow Wheeling
Highest Elevation
11164 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
712.1
Nearest Town
Idaho Springs
Nearest Services
Idaho Springs
Management Agency
Arapahoe National Forest
District
Clear Creek District

Overview

Lamartine Road is an excellent trail for off-roaders in the beautiful Arapahoe National Forest. The rough road provides breathtaking views of the Sangre de Cristo Range and the Wet Mountains. In addition, this trail is an alternative to Saxon Mountain Road's switchbacks and has many hidden campsites for an isolated stay.  The area has a rich mining history dating back to the mid-1800s when gold was discovered, leading to a gold rush that brought a wave of miners to the area. Today, the remnants of the mining boom can still be seen throughout these trails, with historic mines and mining structures serving as a testament to Colorado's past. It's the perfect place to camp and start your weekend wheeling adventure in this area.

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28 Waypoints
86 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
59 Community Reviews
1 Video
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