Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Arapaho National Forest is a National Forest located in north-central Colorado, United States. The region is managed jointly with the Roosevelt National Forest and the Pawnee National Grassland from the United States Forest Service office in Fort Collins, Colorado. It has a wildlife refuge which manages a protection for all birds and mammals. The forest includes part of the high Rockies and river valleys in the upper watershed of the Colorado River and South Platte River.

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Attractions Near Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Byer's Peak Trail

Byer's Peak Trail

2.66km from Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Byers Peak is an iconic mountain just west of Winter Park and Fraser that climbs to 12,804 feet. Discover this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Winter Park, Colorado. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 46 min to complete.he best times to visit this trail are June through November. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Byers Peak Wilderness

Byers Peak Wilderness

4.38km from Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Byers Peak Wilderness encompasses 8,801 acres in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in Grand County containing a variety of eco-zones. It was established in 1993 and named after its highest point, Byers Peak. The wilderness contains two glacial lakes, two peaks over 12,500 feet, and 23 miles of trails.

Mount Nystrom

Mount Nystrom

10.05km from Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Mount Nystrom is located in the southern portion of the Wind River Range and right on the Continental Divide. It is one of the most easily accessible 12,000 foot peaks in the entire range; with round trip hiking distances ranging from 10-14 miles. A good trekking destination and also there are so many things to see and do.

Vasquez Peak Wilderness

Vasquez Peak Wilderness

12.39km from Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Vasquez Peak is one of the state's most recent wilderness areas. It is part of 100,000 acres of roadless terrain in the area, which includes the Byers Peak Wilderness, the Fraser Experimental Forest, and the Williams Fork - Ptarmigan Peak roadless area. The summits of the Vasquez Mountains are generaly in the twelve thousand foot range. Although the terrain of these mountains consists of much rolling tundra.

Jones Pass

Jones Pass

14.06km from Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Jones Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.804m (12,480ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary between Clear Creek and Grand counties, in the U.S. state of Colorado. The road to the summit has a relatively good road surface given the high altitude at pass. It's one of the highest roads of Colorado.

Cozens Ranch Museum

Cozens Ranch Museum

14.93km from Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Cozens Ranch Museum brings to life pioneer times of the late 1800s at the first homestead of the Fraser Valley. Travel back to the days of stagecoach travel and pioneer ranching. Exhibits at the Cozens Ranch Museum include a broad range of artifacts, photographs, and stories dedicated to the Cozens family as well as other early settlers local to the area.

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Clear Creek County

Clear Creek County

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Clear Creek County is a county located in the U.S. state of Colorado. As of the 2020 census, the population was 9,397. The county seat is Georgetown. It is a perfect place for mountain adventure activities, family fun, nature, and beauty.

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