Texas Creek BLM Road 6040

4.3/5 (14 reviews)
The longest, and arguably the most difficult and most scenic of the 4x4 roads in the Texas Creek OHV Area, BLM Road 6040 is the reason to visit this area. Over eight miles in length, this road traverses forest and meadow gaining nearly 3,000 feet in elevation. From the shoulder of Table Mountain, ...Read More
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Highlights of Texas Creek BLM Road 6040

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Camping Category IconCamping
Forest Category IconForest
Mine Category IconMine
Overland Category IconOverland
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
9118 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
6040
Nearest Town
Cotopaxi
Nearest Services
Cotopaxi
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Royal Gorge Field Office

Overview

The longest, and arguably the most difficult and most scenic of the 4x4 roads in the Texas Creek OHV Area, BLM Road 6040 is the reason to visit this area. Over eight miles in length, this road traverses forest and meadow gaining nearly 3,000 feet in elevation. From the shoulder of Table Mountain, expansive views to the southwest feature the magnificent Sangre de Cristo mountains.

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14 Waypoints
44 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
14 Community Reviews
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