6/8/2024 Posted On: 6/8/2024 By: minnesotanclimber Info: The trailhead is in full on summer conditions, no need to take the alternate FS250A road. Completely dry from Chaffee County Road 140 to the trailhead itself. This road is graded a 2/6, but there are some sections that are more like 3/6. There were no passenger cars at the trailhead, except for a Chevy Impala. | ||||
5/19/2024 Posted On: 5/19/2024 By: Jay521 Info: Went up 250A and back down 252. Both routes are clear and dry. 250A was a bit smoother but longer. | 1 |
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5/18/2024 Posted On: 5/18/2024 By: Jgeeez Info: Dry to the trailhead, pit toilet is open | ||||
5/5/2024 Posted On: 5/5/2024 By: masonzastrow Info: Completely dry, taking 250A. There's one spot shortly after the road enters BLM land that's really rough, I drive a car with 6.5 inches of clearance and didn't feel comfortable taking it on. After this spot, it smooths out considerably (took a friend's car). On google maps it looks like there's a bypass for the rough spot, but the roads are roped off. | 2 |
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4/13/2024 Posted On: 4/13/2024 By: adamjpaul Info: The road in is impassable due to a tall snow berm 2.5 miles from the trailhead. Beyond that, there are some smaller snow sections that can be managed with high clearance, and will be significantly smaller after this weekends warm temps. | ||||
10/14/2023 Posted On: 10/15/2023 By: R7777777 Info: You can make it to the trailhead with any car, even a small sedan. However, having high clearance is preferred as the road is bumpy with big rocks. The road is the worse in the first 1-2 miles then gets much better. If make the beginning rough sections then you will be fine. Just go slow | ||||
9/25/2023 Posted On: 9/25/2023 By: Marcos Info: Prescribed burn in progress below the east side of Mt. Shavano. According to the Salida Ranger District: "Temporary road closures of portions of Forest Roads 250, 250.A, 250.B, 251 and 255 will be necessary to provide for public and firefighter safety. Other roads will remain open in the area to provide alternate access options." | 1 |
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8/20/2023 Posted On: 8/21/2023 By: hatterasdunton Info: ABSOLUTELY NEED A HIGH CLEARANCE CAR! | ||||
7/19/2023 Posted On: 7/19/2023 By: wanderlust073 Info: Just a heads up - with the wet year, there is no escape from the hordes of flies. Dunk yourself in repellant or bring some mesh. | 1 |
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7/4/2023 Posted On: 7/4/2023 By: caesarsalad Info: Overall the road is pretty good, but theres a couple washed out sections (worst is about a mile after the pavement ends) which require good clearance 2WD or youll be risking your oil pan. A SUV can make it without problem though. Road noticeably improves once youre off BLM and on Forest Service, about halfway through. Lots of parking both at the trailhead and in the overflow meadow. | ||||
6/16/2023 Posted On: 6/16/2023 By: ssowalskie Info: The first part of the dirt road is pretty rocky/washed out, with the second half being smoother. I'd imagine some low clearance 2WDs might have trouble with the initial part. Lots of camping sites along the dirt road, as well as some immediately past the trailhead. Just FYI, if you're planning on using the restroom at the trailhead, I'd recommend bringing your own toilet paper, as they didn't have any there as of 06/16. | ||||
5/21/2023 Posted On: 5/22/2023 By: dwoodward13 Info: Pretty typical conditions for this trailhead. At the current moment had no issues in a Camry, just had to take it slow. Very rocky the first half, smoother in the 2nd. The steeper area about a half mile in from pavement that always seems to be somewhat washed out is in the worst condition I've seen for the last 3-4 years. It may not be long until sedans are stopped at this point. | ||||
4/23/2023 Posted On: 4/24/2023 By: CheapCigarMan Info: Just shortly after the 252 and 250A split there's a snow drift on 252 covering most of the road at the switchback. On 250A the road is dry all the way to the TH. The restroom is open at the TH. | ||||
9/17/2022 Posted On: 9/19/2022 By: JasonCrane Info: FR250 has 2 very rough rocky sections on uphill slopes approx. 3 miles in from US 50 junction (down below prior to reaching the Y junction of FR250A & FR252.) These sections could potentially cause issues for 2WD, low clearance vehicles. At the Y junction, I took 250A on the way in & 252 on the way out. In my opinion 252 was in better condition, but I was also in a good mood after summitting Shavano. Additionally, 252 has cows grazing along the road & they tend to be a bit stubborn about stepping aside to let vehicles pass. Plenty of dispersed camping along FR250 with nice views looking east towards the Arkansas River valleys & west with Shavano in the backdrop. Note - it's hunting season & saw a couple of groups of hunters on the way out. Hikers may want to consider wearing orange. | 1 |
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8/20/2022 Posted On: 8/21/2022 By: disco_diner Info: As of August 20th, the road conditions beginning at dirt road were in great condition. I drive a low clearance Suburu Legacy and was a little worried because I couldnt find much information on people driving low clearance vehicles. I found the middle section was probably roughest(rocks) but once I was about 1.4 miles from trailhead it was pretty smooth, with just a few spots to look out for. Definitely slow going but I think most vehicles would be fine getting to trailhead. Tons of dispersed camping and totally worth the trip! Cheers |
