East Bolam Pass

Total Miles
9.2

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

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East Bolam Pass
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Trail Overview

Venturing out of Hermosa Park along Hermosa Creek, the very well maintained Forest Service Road turns into a beat up road with deep mud holes, extreme erosion, and aggressive switchbacks with ledges that look daunting. After climbing the multiple switchbacks, the trail lands on a shelf where you'll find the old location of the Graysill Mine Cabins and a remarkable view of the West Needle Mountains.

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East Bolam Pass
East Bolam Pass

Difficulty

Aggressive erosion, steep switchbacks with ledges, and narrow roads

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Ken Artice
Oct 25, 2025
4x4
Open
Dusty
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Rough/Deteriorated
Washboard
Brent Walter
Oct 05, 2025
2023 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Joseba Izaguirre
Sep 23, 2025
2005 Toyota Tundra
Open
Normal
George Hudson
Jul 16, 2025
2001 Jeep Cherokee
Open
the switchbacks are a little rough, the river crossing can be passable with a stock 4x4. not busy at all, really pretty views

East Bolam Pass can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

East Bolam Pass Map

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