Expansive, edgy, and often windy, the city of Chicago is not only one of America's largest cities but also boasts a dense concentration of cultural sights to match its size with summer lake-based activity thrown in to seal the deal.
The Switzerland Trail follows an old railroad bed through moderate grades. The road is passable by high clearance 2WD vehicles, although it narrows to one lane in places. It passes the Mt. Alto Picnic Area, and there are fine views to the east of the Front Range all along the way. The Switzerland Trail is a great place to see fall aspen colors in late September or early October.
Details
Location:
10 miles west of Boulder
Surface:
Dirt
Setting:
Aspen forest and mountain views
Vehicle Type:
ATV 4wd Vehicle High Clearance Vehicle
Length:
14 miles
Difficulty:
Beginner
Time:
1 to 1.5 hours
Season:
Early summer to late fall
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
The Switzerland Trail can be accessed from the Peak-to-Peak Highway (CO 72) at the southwest end, Fourmile Canyon at the low point from the east, or Gold Hill Road on the northeast.
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