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  3. …Central Rockies
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“A busy 4x4 road that is the main thoroughfare for Antero summit hopefuls. ”

Brian Smith
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7.2

Miles

11.5

KM

Point to Point

13,063' 3,982 m

High

9,444' 2,879 m

Low

3,619' 1,103 m

Up

401' 122 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

32%

Max Grade (18°)

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This is a 4x4 road (open to vehicles). Higher-clearance 4x4s can drive all the way to the top—unless you're sure about your vehicle's off-road capabilities, leave it at the lower trailhead.

Typical high country season applies, most likely June to October.

Description

From Alpine, this road climbs steadily on a sidehill before entering a drainage. It's rough at times but not unmanageable. After Forest Road #278B (Baldwin Lake) splits off to the right, the going gets steeper as the road ascends the western flank of Antero.

After a short descent, Mt. Antero 1A splits off to the left at about 6.5 miles in.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - San Isabel National Forest, Leadville Ranger District

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Brian Smith
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The creek crossing.
Oct 16, 2015 near Buena V…, CO
Typical terrain on the road's many switchbacks.
Oct 16, 2015 near Buena V…, CO

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