Chalk Mountain

Total Miles
3.2

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

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Chalk Mountain
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Trail Overview

Breathe in the high mountain air on this short but fun ride that starts above 10,000 feet. The top is a flat tundra above the treeline, great for picnics and taking pictures. Please always stay on the designated trail. No road closures, but expect snow through early summer and starting early fall.

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Chalk Mountain
Chalk Mountain

Difficulty

Moderate. Narrow and steep with intermittent loose, rocky sections. One spot with rock ledges. Chewed-up spots will likely get worse. High ground clearance and 4-wheel drive required.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Bluebird Bliss
Nov 26, 2024
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Closed Gate
Trail closed, too much snow.
Bill Smith
Aug 23, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Easy trail the only obstacle is a small ledge midway. Mostly dry and smooth. Great views from top above tree line of surrounding mountains and Climax mining operation.
Michael Hines
Jun 29, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Dusty
Miguel S
Jun 02, 2024
4x4
Obstructed
Broken Down Vehicle
Deep Snow
about 1/3rd of the way up a Rubicon was diagonal across part of the trail and there was decent mud/snow making it difficult to proceed. i was alone, so I turned around

Access Description

Head north from Leadville 8 miles on Highway 91 towards Fremont Pass. Turn into parking area on left side of road immediately after mile marker 8.

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