Birdseye Gulch

4.8/5 (27 reviews)
Located just outside of the highest incorporated city in the US, this off-road trail combines every feature of a classic Jeep road. Birdseye Gulch is narrow, rocky, and steep with standing water in places, creek crossings, gorgeous high alpine views, and even some mud. This trail is a more difficult... Read More
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Highlights of Birdseye Gulch

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Overland Category Icon Overland
Rock Category Icon Rock
Scenic Category Icon Scenic
Water Category Icon Water
Highest Elevation
12175 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
Birdseye Gulch
Nearest Town
Leadville
Nearest Services
Leadville
Management Agency
Lake County
District
Leadville Ranger District

Overview

Located just outside of the highest incorporated city in the US, this off-road trail combines every feature of a classic Jeep road. Birdseye Gulch is narrow, rocky, and steep with standing water in places, creek crossings, gorgeous high alpine views, and even some mud. This trail is a more difficult side trip off of Mosquito Pass and a much more interesting route than taking the county road up from Leadville.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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8 Waypoints
26 Trail Photos
3 Trail Concerns
27 Community Reviews
1 Video
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