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Holy Cross

Eagle County, Colorado

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One of the more popular difficult trails in the state, Holy Cross offers the hard-core enthusiast breathtaking views and history along with very challenging obstacles. Plenty of old mines and site of the Holy Cross City ghost town.

Popular Trails in This Area

Holy Cross City Jeep Road (FSR759)**

Detailed Description

Adopted Trails

** FR759 Adopted by Big Horn Jeep Club

http://bighornjeepclub.com

How To Get There

From Avon: Head South on US-24 approx. 12 miles. Turn right on Gold Park/ Homestake Rd. Trail Head is shortly after the campground.

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Trail System Information

Location:

N39 28.453 W106 21.727

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Location is:

Unspecified

Nearest City:

Vail

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Best For:

4WD

Note that not all of the trails in an area will be open to all vehicle types. Follow the Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM)s and signage for the area and ride only on trails open to and wider than your OHV.

Special:

Most routes in this area are open only to licensed, street-legal vehicles. Please refer to the MVUM for designated ATV and dirt bike routes.

More Info:

Holy Cross Ranger District, (970) 827-5715

White River National Forest, (970) 945-2521

Forest / Grassland MVUM Page

Trail System Maps and GPS Files

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WR_EagleHolyCross_East_2012.pdf

Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM)

Eagle and Holy Cross Ranger Districts - East

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Know Before You Go

Maps and data files are from a variety of sources. Trail and area conditions vary widely and many trails and areas may have changed significantly since the map or data file was created. Use your discretion and check with the local land management agency before riding or driving on public lands. Ride and drive at your own risk. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE!
Not all routes are open to all vehicles. Follow the Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) and signage for the area and ride only on trails open to and wider than your OHV. Almost all trails in Colorado are subject to seasonal restrictions and closures. Visit the road and trail closure info page for more information. Call the responsible agency before making plans to ride in an area.
All vehicles operated on designated OHV routes in Colorado must have a registration or permit issued by Colorado State Parks including those of non-residents. For more information, visit the State Parks OHV Program Page.
Some vehicles such as ATVs and side-by-sides are never street legal in Colorado even if licensed and plated in their home state. These vehicles must have a valid Colorado OHV registration or permit to be used on trails on public lands in Colorado.
This symbol indicates areas where most routes are open only to licensed, street-legal vehicles. Please refer to the MVUM for designated ATV and dirt bike routes.