It connects Nathrop, south of Buena Vista, to Almont, between Gunnison and Crested Butte. An official website of the 13 reviews #1 of 1 campground in Mahomet Save Share 1715 Tin Cup Rd, Mahomet, IL 61853-9331 Check In / / Check Out / / Guests Contact accommodation for availability. I am a huge supporter of Stay the Trail and Tread Lightly, and have participated and even been in charge of many trail restoration projects. Maximum 8 persons per site: 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle (RV). Go west 15.4 miles to parking area (with toilet) on left. The light rain knocked the dust for the trip. Tincup Pass, St. Elmo Take a tour of historic mountain towns on this high-mountain pass. Very rocky, but fun. This giant loop makes for a long day, but it certainly is a fun one rich in history. During the summer, it's a busy little place. Sitting in a helicopter off the Trans Labrador Highway in central Labrador, Ray Sillitt said he's looking forward to learning how to gut a fish, clean a goose and try hunting for himself. We didn't take the Old Tincup route, as time was running short. Looks like it's going to be impassable at Mirror Lake for a while; the lake's water levels are well above the road. Plenty of SxS's on a Friday, particularly as you approach the summit from the St. Elmo side and all the way down to Taylor Park. Trail was good today. Modern vault toilet on right with small parking area. About 3 hours to make the trip in a Jeep JK Rubicon Unlimited on 33" tires. On the Tincup side, the road has been reported as flooded out due to high water in Mirror Lake. For current conditions call Salida Ranger District (719) 539-3591. This trail is beautiful. The old section is most difficult, as appears seldom run as very overgrown. Mirror lake also makes for a nice spot to stop and have lunch or to stretch you legs out. Tincup Pass can be ran from either side and neither direction makes the trip harder than the other direction. Mirror lake is low enough that a Grand Cherokee can navigate it. guide. Watch for moose. The snow field is still about 200 yards long. Visitors should purchase a San Isabel National Forest map which shows the various roads in the Chalk Creek area. Sometimes the water level in the lake is high enough to cover the road and you have to take a higher path above the lake. Trailers and extra vehicles must park on the spurs provided; not behind campsites or adjacent to parking spurs. Ran from St. Elmo to Tincup. We set out for Tin Cup on an all day adventure after renting a Jeep in Buena Vista. For current conditions call Salida Ranger District (719) 539-3591. Numerous camping sites, many of which were occupied by people with large 4x4s and camping trailers. Tire placement becomes more difficult. Cons Few resupply options Trailhead Elevation 9,270.00 ft (2,825.50 m) Highest point 12,853.00 ft (3,917.59 m) Features Near lake or river Backcountry camping Wildlife Fishing Big vistas Big Game Watching Wildflowers Bird watching Typically multi-day Yes Basically, the trail is beautiful and is suitable for most vehicles with 4low with some ground clearance. Enjoy the stunning views of the rugged mountains. Open and beautiful. $8.00 for a third vehicle. We also did a short trail to Mary Murphy Mine nearby. With the snow melt the non snow covered areas of the trail is very soft and muddy.. it's going to be a little awhile before its ready for 4x4s. Always a rocky start, but the payoff is spectacular with its killer views. No reservations are taken for sites in this campground. Saw just a few tiny snowflakes along the way with some patches of snow in shady areas. Forest Road 292 through the Iron City campground is open to registered OHV's. Most Chaffee County roads do not permit OHVs with a . In center of town, turn right following sign to Tincup Pass. Recovered a rolled ATV that was driving off-trail at the summit. Two restrooms areuniversally accessible. I did not drive Old Tincup which means the hardest obstacle for me today was a group of maybe 5 Jeeps parked in the complete middle of the trail, engines off, drivers hanging out in the gigantic camp site that they should have parked in. Nothing about it gets too hard until after treeline. The trail up to the town of Tin Cup was very rocky that was mild to moderate in most areas. Cimarronand Comanche National Grasslands The views from Tincup pass are amazing and it is a fun trail that is closer to a 3 if you skip the Old Tincup route (there was someone stuck going uphill and we did not do the old route). Mirror lake had 3 sections that were still covered in water but none of them were more than 2 feet deep. An interpretive sign at the entrance to the cemetery provides information on the early settlers and miners who are buried there. We took a stock renegade, stock wrangler, and 2 KL Cherokee Trailhawks (2in and 3in lifts) on Tincup Pass as well as old tincup. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. Cimarronand Comanche National Grasslands During peak season dates, some sites can be reserved by visiting. since its a pass, obviously the views are amazing. Become an onX Member for the best outdoor adventure apps with tools to get you there and back safely. Left goes over Cumberland Pass to Pitkin and Alpine Tunnel. New Ford Ranger truck (with paper plates) was doing the trail easily - possibly a small lift and A/T tires. There are many great camping opportunities along Tincup Pass Road and the area is quite popular with campers. My rig is built for extreme offroading, but I love to get my tires dirty on any kind of trail whether it's rock crawling or just scenic high Alpine drives. The Chalk Creek Trailhead is about 2 miles east of the campground which gives hikers access to the extensive Colorado Trail, which extends nearly 500 miles . St. Elmo is a true ghost town that was built during the mining boom of the 1880's, while Tincup, originally called Virginia City, has been resurrected as a popular summer destination with many historic buildings still in use today. This is the first time I've been in this area. From the eastern terminus at Waterton Canyon, southwest of Denver, the trail winds its way for 486 miles through the state's most mountainous regions, to its final conclusion, just north of Durango. A creek here feeds Mirror Lake. Trail is completely snow-free. Made it up to about waypoint 6 when we hit the heavy snowpack at 11,775 feet. The water was only about 12 - 14 inches deep. Classic run that got a little easier. Otherwise a fun, bumpy ride up to the pass. The road down to the lake was rough but scenic and the town of Tin Cup was cool. We took the "easier" route at Waypoint 8, avoiding the "Old Tincup" portion of the trail. The trail, located at the western end of Chalk Creek Valley, starts off Tincup Pass Road. Deep snow in places. website belongs to an official government organization in the The best part of this was the stop at the top of the pass where the Continental Divide marker was. The trail and beautiful scenery both vary enough to keep it interesting. ). Almost ready to summit. Neat trail with lots of history - starting in St.Elmo the road goes through many different levels of terrain. They said there was waste-deep snow above tree line and they were not able to summit. Big rocks! I anticipate the pass will be open in a week or two after the last of this snow melts. We ran this trail both directions as the loop is closed. I ran my mostly stock LX470 and it did fine. Last time I was there, there were no restaurants or services. Very light snow above 10,000 but nothing on the road. Check their website for hours. ) or https:// means you've safely We did this in 2wd the entire way. Even on the road, there will be places that are better suited for high clearance or 4 wheel drive. United States government. Most 4WD rentals companies have jeeps that will work. and the map here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd624786.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1a9mcjz-x6Afr5yUPxDCaYjeuvpEQyfht2d6lp0bVfDb-AIUKCbCXETaw. The campground operates from June through September. Excellent trail! Especially down to the lake from the pass. Mount Princeton Campground is located in the Chalk Creek Canyon, which is one of the valley's most popular areas. You can stay overnight at Mirror Lake Campground that offers 10 campsites and a restroom, not to mention the beautiful views of Mirror Lake and East Willow Creek. I would definitely recommend it! visit frenchie's Cafe for a great piece of pie. Starting in the ghost town of St. Elmo, follow signs through town to reach the start of the trail. Tincup is also very cool, read the history and see the old town pictures by the town Church. Beginning at the St. Elmo Ghost Town, a bumpy, rocky road for approximately 4.5 miles travels west as it ascends the valley beside Chalk Creek. But be advised, although it is advertised as a ghost town, this town is populated by people during the good months of the year, so remember that people live there. Sign at trailhead says "Tracked Vehicles Only". Mirror Lake is still flooded over the trail. The high-end rating of this trail is due to the "Old Tincup" route between waypoints 8 and 10. Note the wildlife that may be in the vicinity, including marmots that live among the rocks. The Colorado Trail is an established, marked, and mostly non-motorized trail open to hikers, horse riders, and bicyclists. Want to report conditions for this trail? Parking is limited to the parking spurs provided at each site. Seconding what others have said, the route is in much worse shape than last year at about the same time. 8. SALIDA RANGER DISTRICT OFFICE INFORMATION ONLY (M-F 8AM-4:30PM) 719-539-3591 5575 CLEORA RD SALIDA CO 81201 Phone Number For campground inquiries, please call: CAMPGROUNDS DO NOT HAVE PHONE SERVICE, CALLING TO CHECK AVAILABILITY PRIOR TO ARRIVAL IS NOT POSSIBLE. We have a 3.5 lift on 35s with 1200 lbs of extra gear on our rack since we are an overlanding rig. There are three main sections of varying difficulty, all below the dam. Pueblo, CO 81008 The trail was exceptionally busy with vehicles going both directions. Forest Supervisor Office. Blew out a sidewall about 1/2 a mile from St Elmo. From Tincup Pass, many 4-wheelers continue west toward Mirror Lake and the town of Tincup at seven more miles. The Tincup Pass 4x4 Road forms the final leg of the Alpine Tunnel loop, but it continues beyond the junction with the trail and could make for a great gravel grind. Potential rocks and/or tree stumps less than 18" tall and/or vertical ledges less than 18" tall and/or near vertical ledges or waterfalls less than 36" inches. Someone has laid some logs as a barrier at Old Tincup Road so I am not sure if it has gotten worse and that was done to indicate that? FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. While in Tincup have lunch at Frenchy's Cafe. Tincup is a small residential community with many century-old buildings. This is the great divider of watersheds between the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean. ( Two Jeeps tried and both had to be recovered. ) or https:// means you've safely The edge of Mirror Lake was about 12 inches deep and a not an issue on the day we went. I am a member of the Mile-Hi Jeep Club, and currently own a customized '05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (LJ) with a 5.7 Hemi swap. Just past Nathrop, turn right on County Road 162. Looks bad, but fine if you hug the edge. Lifted 4Runner on 32's. Additional camping is available in the Browns Creek area south of County Road 162 at the junction of County roads 270 and 272. Turn right onto CR 292 and travel for .5 miles to the campground. We ran Tin Cup, Napoleon, and Hancock passes in our RZR. Please visit: https://www.chaffeecounty.org/Road-and-Bridge-OHV-Roads. The north side of the pass is slightly more rocky than the south but is still relatively easy if you stay on the primary route. DIFFICULT. Most of the bypasses around obstacles are just as bad as the main route. In 1882 and 1883, both the marshal - and the marshal who replaced him - were gunned down while enforcing the law. The route can be made more difficult if taking the old tincup route which has one large boulder section and is very narrow with overgrown brush. At a Glance General Information Directions: From Buena Vista, Colorado, take Highway 285 south for 7 miles to County Road 162. Just went slow and took our time. But today Tincup Pass is one of the most popular 4-wheel-drive destinations in the region. By 1918, the town had so few people . Princeton campground. Camping is free with a Tonto Pass, available at local retailers around the city. Made it almost to Waypoint 5. There were about 4 out of the 10 first come first serve campsites available and we stayed over at one with a view of the lake. Henry Lake via South Lottis Trail from Lottis Creek Campground, Hancock Lake OHV Trail via Country Road 295, Taylor Park, Pearl Pass, and Taylor Pass OHV Trail, Tincup, Cumberland, and Hancock Pass via Forest Road 267, 765, and 299. have fun! Easy beginner trail with great views from the pass. Cascade campground is located on the left side of the road just after the Cascade falls. Access to the trail depends on how high Mirror Lake is. 2840 Kachina Drive Outlaws, Whores & History Tour provided by Steve's Original Salida Walking Tours, Real Gold Mine Tour with, gold panning and more. I did not hit any skid plates or my rock sliders during the adventure. Same as the last reviewer- couldn't quite make it to waypoint 7 (started from St Elmo). Agree with review below that there have been lots of improvements to the trail - especially on the Tin Cup side. If you're looking to spend some time near the Salt River for paddling or tubing, Coon Bluff Campground would be a good spot to stay overnight. Boulders along the Old Tincup Route are much larger than the main Tincup route. We stage just outside of St. Elmo and sometimes go to the top and come back, or go an entire loop. Still has some great views. Driving through the trees, you pass many awesome primitive camp spots that tend to fill up rather quickly during the weekends. Get access to thousands of off-road dirt trails and snowmobile trails across the nation. 2840 Kachina Drive Beautiful trail from St Elmo up to pass. Changes & Cancellations. 3939 N. Usery Pass Road, Mesa Cave Creek Regional Park. The renegade drove a bit recklessly (he has learned from this) and ended up breaking on the trail. Self-servicing fee tube is available. Following heavy winter snows, always call ahead to make sure pass is open or wait until later in July. There are some rough, rocky spots throughout which will require good tire placement to avoid any undercarriage/rocker panel damage. your device to facilitate the operation and functionality of our site, Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Ran this right after Hancock Pass, from St. Elmo. Once above treeline, the trail narrows a bit with a few switchbacks that lead you across a shelf portion that can have snow covering it into early or even mid July. Just like most of the lakes in this area, Mirror Lake is well stocked with fish. The optional "Old Tincup" route has one difficult rocky section. ATV's and motorcycles are not permitted off of parking spurs or roadways in the campground. They took us trail riding - first time for us. But this area is over run with people on four wheelers. No showers or electrical hookup are available. Located in the southeast part of Joshua Tree National Park, it has 62 campsites laid out in . Located in Gunnison and San Isabel National Forest. Boulders are much more pronounced, not a smooth spot anywhere except on the pass itself. LOL. Mount Princeton Campground is located in the Chalk Creek Canyon, which is one of the valley's most popular areas. Beginning at the St. Elmo Ghost Town, a bumpy, rocky road for approximately 4.5 miles travels west as it ascends the valley beside Chalk Creek. This late in the season there was no water to drive through. I believe I may have been the first threw the snow bank in the previous reviews. Visitors can access the area by traveling on Highway 285 from either Buena Vista or Salida. Tour historic mountain towns on this beautiful high-mountain pass. Obstacles were moderate at times but for the most part an easy rocky trail . we went from home in BV over Cottonwood Pass and then back over Tincup to St.Elmo. Please refer to. -On 32s with about 18 of road clearance before bottoming anything. Airing down is your best for this of course :). Planning on visiting this area shortly. An official website of the It was fun, but choosing a good line is important. Tincup Pass road is recommended for high-clearance 4WD cars during the summer months roughly from late June to October, although in some places snow is still present as late as July. Scenic, enjoyable ride, but too much traffic for my tastes. My vehicle is an '02 Dodge Dakota 4x4. The pass is basically boulders and rocks. Enjoyed the Tim Cup and Elmo towns, and the trail was fun with some good views. Fees: $32 per night. Some great campspots to the right around timberline. I was in a 2014 tundra and made ever obstacle without trouble. What makes this trail worthwhile is the great views and lake water crossing . Open Year-round Yes Pros Breathtaking high mountain passes and spectacular scenery. We road through the town and stopped to see what was there. very rocky descent. rocky most of the way. Parking is limited to the parking spurs provided with each campsite. Mirror lake was the highlight. The Cascade Loop Trail is located across the street from the campground. Thank goodness for MORE skid plates. The rock obstacles on the rest of the trail more than made up for that! As you start down the other side of pass, the road is a bit rougher. The rocky trail will definitely put your gut in check but it is an absolutely breath taking ride. $8.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight. There was a bone stock F150 on street tires that followed us up. Tin Cup is a small town North East of Gunnison. Large parking area at north end of Mirror Lake. Improve this listing All photos (35) Top ways to experience nearby attractions Milk Run Family Rafting Trip 59 Recommended from $85.72 per adult on official, secure websites. LockA locked padlock We hiked in a little over a 1/2 mile from the trailhead before hitting snow fully covering the trail. Trail conditions can change without notice. Many historic buildings still stand in the town of Tincup, including the one and only business, the seasonally operated General Store. Sharp rocks near the top may cut tires. Potable water is available from a handpump. If you stick with the main route, the rating will not get above a 4. Great trail. They are the Upper, Middle and Lower Taylor sections. We take our time and enjoy the scenery. If there was a sign, we didn't see it. We got a late start and a storm blew in so we headed back over the pass. Forest Supervisor Office. The road is pretty rough from the beginning and it is slow going. A large snow field still sits on the road waiting for the sun to do it's deed. I ran the trail as part of the Set Them Free Off-road event which was held in the area during the first weekend of July. Compared to previous years trips, this year the road is in terrible condition. State park campgrounds - 44 sites, basic, 9 cabins, 3 yurts, year-round Dispersed camping is available south of the lake on Brush Creek Rd. Sites must be occupied the first night of payment. FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: 1-877-444-6777 Rental Options Still a few patches of snow that encroach onto the trail in a couple parts as you near the summit, but CORE has been through and hand shoveled the trail clear to make the pass open, Was easily done in a stock JKU with a few bumps and scrapes, just got to watch your lines in a few areas. DIFFICULT, Gunnison National Foresat & San Isabel National Forest. Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. Tin Cup, Gunnison: Address, Tin Cup Reviews: 4.5/5. Did in a passenger car. Rent an E-Bike and experience a fun, new way to explore Buena Vista, CO! I only passed a pair of dirt bikers until I hit the top of the divide. Ran this on a Sunday afternoon from Tin Cup to St Elmo. Very scenic and bumpy pass from start to finish. The road to the summit is totally unpaved. Tacoma TRD OR. The trail starts out in the town of Tincup and climbs past the beautiful Mirror Lake on its way to the pass. While on the trail, we needed to rescue a vehicle that teetered over the edge of the road. Tin Cup Pass from the east is a mildly rated jeep trail that starts in the old ghost town of St. Elmo. The trail is now snow free and can be driven all the way over. They don't like it. But definitely a blast! The town is primary for the summer time. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order. Travel along the "Old Tincup" route mentioned in waypoint 8 requires an OHV Permit for ALL vehicles, including street legal plated vehicles. This trail is perfect for the novice Jeeper. I will be bringing out-of-state guests on this trail to provide a quintessential Colorado experience. Simply amazing to see the result of that power. Construction crews were beginning work on the bridge at the very start. There wasnt too much traffic and the snow up near the top had a well established track through it. My local 4X4 group visited the Buena Vista area for the week and this trail was our first choice. The road enters the heart of St. Elmo at twelve miles. Fun trail. My FunTreks manual has that section rated as "difficult", mostly due to the rocky section at the pass. super fun mountain pass. The trail up to Tincup Pass was open and in good shape with only a couple of small trickles across the trail. This is from Tincup to st Elmo so bare in mind before reading I was supposed to start this early and I wish I wouldve. Start out early in St. Elmo and take the trail to Tincup. Total Miles 13.0 Elevation 3706.11 ft Duration 2 Hours Technical Rating 5 Difficult Best Time Summer/Fall Show in App 8 Trail Overview Tour historic mountain towns on this beautiful high-mountain pass. During the summer there is one general store with limited provisions but you have to get either a t-shirt or a hat that says Tin Cup on it, because really, you know everyone is going to ask you about it. On the north end of the lake, you will find a small parking area usually filled with vehicles that brought up the many fisherman who fish the lake. Visit stay the trail people. 4 - I run a JKU with 4" lift/35" Nitto Trail Grapplers and we did fine. Very rocky! Share sensitive information only Nothing technical but very bumpy. Tin Cup, which has to be the best name anyone ever named a town, was named something else once, and the post office said there was another one, so they changed it. There are also a couple of alternate routes that would make for more difficulty and excitement. Tincup Pass itself had a fair amount of traffic but all the drivers I encountered were very courteous and the views were great. I love this trail and can't wait to go back. The wife loves the Alpine Loop from St. Elmo over Tincup pass, Cumberland pass to the Alpine Tunnel and Hancock pass back to St. Elmo. We have taken our ATVs over a dozen times. Iron City Campground is located within the Chalk Creek Canyon, which is one of the valley's most popular areas, offering access to many ATV trails. No problems with the trail. Not narrow at all. Great camping at the beginning of Tincup also. Ran in 4 high and did not need 4 low or lockers. I haven't been up Tincup Pass since I was a kid on the way to Mirror Lake for camping and fishing. It took our group of 12 rigs roughly 3 hours to reach the pass from St. Elmo. It really changed our entire perception of the town. Has anyone recommend some rentals and tours and experiences? https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=12682&actid=29, Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Prior to Memorial Day weekend, sites may be first-come, first-served and hosts and water may not be available. Hot, dry day. It will likely be completely melted off in a couple days. I would rate the trail difficulty as a 3. We drove up to Tincup Pass from the Tincup/Taylor Reservoir side. Visitors should purchase a San Isabel National Forest map which shows the various roads in the Chalk . 13psi When we did this trail, there was a sign to divert us from doing the rougher section. Tincup is a cute town with lots of historical buildings. Our first stop was the ghost town of St. Elmo and then we started our trek over the Tin Cup Pass. Took St Elmo to Tincup last week. It is amazing! Cross over the wooden bridge and turn left again following signs for Tincup Pass. Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground. Road has always been in pretty good shape for me. We were able to get the rough the water crossings at Mirror Lake just fine. Camping is limited to designated campgrounds in the Taylor area. Head south on Highway 285 for 6 miles. An ordinary stock Jeep, 4-wheel-drive vehicle or ATV is capable of reaching the top. The route begins fairly smooth but quickly becomes rocky and rough and stays that way the entire length of the trail. He needed 4wd because of his tires and wheel base, but seriously. a stock f150 did it. The trail didnt get washed out anywhere between St. Elmo and tree line, but there was a bit of erosion overnight. Did not do Old Tincup (heard there may be people stuck on it blocking the route). I suspect that it was snowing up higher. Smooth sailing to mirror lake. Trail seems a little easier than the rating, but you still need to keep your brain engaged. Any vehicle with a small lift, 4 wheel drive, and trail tires can do this run (don't need skid plates with good lines). Started on st. Elmo side. Tincup, also spelled with a space Tin Cup, is a semi-ghost and unincorporated community tucked away on the Continental Divide. We drive a lifted Toyota Landcruiser on 33 tires and had no issues. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. 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