Yankee Boy Basin

4.8/5 (70 reviews)
It is no wonder that Yankee Boy Basin is one of the most popular offroad trails in Colorado. It offers something for almost anyone who wheels in the San Juan Mountains, which tower around the picturesque and historic town of Ouray. Yankee Boy stimulates a sense of freedom with its lush evergreen for... Read More
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Highlights of Yankee Boy Basin

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Forest Category Icon Forest
Ghost Town Category Icon Ghost Town
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Mine Category Icon Mine
Overland Category Icon Overland
Scenic Category Icon Scenic
Highest Elevation
12434 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
5/1 - 11/30
Best Direction
West
Official Trail Name
53.1B
Nearest Town
Ouray
Nearest Services
Ouray
Management Agency
Uncompahgre National Forest
District
Ouray Ranger District

Overview

It is no wonder that Yankee Boy Basin is one of the most popular offroad trails in Colorado. It offers something for almost anyone who wheels in the San Juan Mountains, which tower around the picturesque and historic town of Ouray. Yankee Boy stimulates a sense of freedom with its lush evergreen forests and seemingly infinite fields of colorful wildflowers. Spectacular waterfalls and pristine alpine lakes accent the landscape. This rugged landscape is framed by the impressive craggy peaks standing watch over the area, most notably Mt. Sneffels, over 14,000' tall. It is the perfect trail for anyone who wants to soak in the very best of what Colorado offers without being on a scary road.

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12 Waypoints
38 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
70 Community Reviews
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