Brown Mountain

4/5 (7 reviews)
Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, just outside of Ironton Park, Brown Mountain is a great out-and-back reprieve from the busy crowds that enjoy complete passes like nearby Corkscrew. This 4wd road provides incredible scenery, unimpeded views of Red Mountain, and is bustling with wildfl...Read More
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Highlights of Brown Mountain

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
Mine Category IconMine
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
11789 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
884
Nearest Town
Ouray
Nearest Services
Ouray
Management Agency
Uncompahgre National Forest
District
Ouray Ranger District

Overview

Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, just outside of Ironton Park, Brown Mountain is a great out-and-back reprieve from the busy crowds that enjoy complete passes like nearby Corkscrew. This 4wd road provides incredible scenery, unimpeded views of Red Mountain, and is bustling with wildflowers above treeline.

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9 Waypoints
29 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
7 Community Reviews
1 Video
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