Keystone Gulch

Climbs through Keystone Ski Area to photogenic mine.

This trail follows a gulch along the west side of Keystone Ski Area, turns east across ski slopes, then climbs to a photogenic mine above the ski area. Lower section of trail follows a stream with classically built beaver ponds. The most interesting part of drive begins after Waypoint 04. If you’ve skied at Keystone, you’ll recognize the “Outback Express” lift.

This trail barely needs 4-wheel drive, but you may need lowrange for the high-altitude portion. Last mile is narrow with a few mildly rocky sections. To turn around at the top, use wide spots at switchbacks. Don’t drive if road is snow covered.