Napoleon Pass
Distance
6.2 mi
Technical Rating
Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Trail Type
High-Clearance 4x4 Trail
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Climb along Continental Divide with 12,000-foot views at Napoleon Pass. You'll cross several creeks, so expect to get muddy. Take time to explore Tincup Cemetery and the old Gold Cup Mine. This route may close unexpectedly for weather.
Weather
Status Reports
Jonathan Gruchawka
Sep 09, 2024
2023 Toyota Tacoma
Open
Muddy/Wet
Rough/Deteriorated
I did not take pictures this time, too busy being focused 😂. On the maps, scenic Cumberland pass is rated 6/10 and it turned out to be nothing. Gave me confidence to try this trail back on the way toward Pitkin from Tincup. Nope.
Driving gets very rocky, very quick. Smoked my skid plate pretty easily, but I’ll blame myself for being impatient and picking poor lines. I soldiered on regardless, then came up to a rutted out section combined with a very tall tree root obstacle, probably 24 inches. Had to turn around. Probably about halfway through. A true 5.
Thomas Tucker
Jun 28, 2024
ATV
Obstructed
Deep Snow
We had 9 vehicles in our group from SxS, 4 wheelers and one dirt bike. Going from Tincup (north to south), when we nearly reached the summit, the snow kept us out. A few groups passed going to opposite direction and seemed to do ok. The photo shows the actual trail and the path others are taking.
Bryan Tongue
Jun 25, 2024
SxS
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Rough/Deteriorated
We did have to cross the snow 2 times but it was about 12” deep. One of the best trails we have rode so far.
Kevin Starks
Jun 22, 2024
2024 Can-Am Commander 1000R
Obstructed
Deep Snow
Snow drift across the trail at the peak, couldn’t pass through. Should clear up in another week.