Mayflower Lake
Usa, north-america
N/A
3,441 m
hard
Year-round
Alright, adventure seekers, listen up! I just discovered this incredible spot in Colorado called Mayflower Lake. It’s perched way up high in Summit County, like, 11,289 feet high! Seriously, the views are insane.
Getting there is… well, let's just say it's an adventure in itself. The road, nestled in White River National Forest, is a proper gravel track – rocky, bumpy, the works. Definitely not a Sunday drive in your sedan! You'll need a 4x4, no question. Think steep inclines and potentially muddy conditions if it's been raining. And if you're not a fan of heights, this might test your limits! It's impassable in winter, so plan accordingly. But trust me, experienced off-roaders will be in heaven. The scenery makes all the bumps and challenges totally worth it.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,441 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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