Gray Copper Gulch South

5/5 (8 reviews)
Located along the eastern edge of the Uncompahgre National Forest, this in-and-out trail near the Vernon Mine provides spectacular views of Red Mountain #1 and gives you a real sense of serenity to an area that is otherwise bustling with 4wheel drive vehicles. This trail might not be great if you ar...Read More
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Highlights of Gray Copper Gulch South

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
11771 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
887
Nearest Town
Silverton
Nearest Services
Silverton
Management Agency
Uncompahgre National Forest
District
Ouray Ranger District

Overview

Located along the eastern edge of the Uncompahgre National Forest, this in-and-out trail near the Vernon Mine provides spectacular views of Red Mountain #1 and gives you a real sense of serenity to an area that is otherwise bustling with 4wheel drive vehicles. This trail might not be great if you are looking for wildflowers, but the colors from the nearby hills and the transitions to blue skies will leave you speechless.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Guide Overview
6 Waypoints
20 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
8 Community Reviews
1 Video
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