Shay Ridge OHV Trail N0. 162

The Shay Ridge Trail #162 is 5.4 miles long, beginning at Shay Ridge (FR 500104) and ending at Jackson Ridge (FS 50354). The north end elevation is 8,463 feet, while the high point reaches an elevation of 10,863 feet. The south end elevation is 10,338 feet. The trail has an elevation gain of 2,381 feet and an elevation loss of 508 feet. It travels through pine, fir, and aspen forests, providing outstanding views of the surrounding canyon country. There are definitely some rocky sections, but nothing too challenging. Several sections of the trail are exposed. Many single-track trail loops can be made using this trail and other area trails, including Red Ledges No. 019, Red Ledges Access Trail No. 160, Robertson Pasture No. 020, and Aspen Flat No. 018. To complete these loops, Indian Creek Road (FR 50079) and Jackson Ridge (FR 50354) are also used.