Preview - French Gulch Hike

High Country Hiker Group
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
The bus leaves ACAA at 8:00 a.m. sharp.

Despite warm temperatures in the city, come prepared for a cool morning with winds forecast up to 20 mph., and a 30% chance of isolated showers.

Located at 10,355' el., this TH is on the outskirts of Breckenridge, in White River National Forest.  Trail begins as a jeep road passing a number of upscale cabins and residences.

The jeep road soon narrows to a path, and at 2.5 mi., the gulch opens into a number of open meadows.  Trail continues a moderate and steady climb up the gulch.  At 3.5 mi., you will be at treeline.

French Pass (12,046') is another .5 mi. ahead.  Total RT miles = 7.2  Total el. g. = 820'

High Country Hikers on French Gulch Trail.

Mt. Guyot (13,370'), to the left of French Pass, can be seen as we gain elevation.  Bald Mountain (13,684'), is just to the right of French Pass.  Other features include Mt. Argentine (11,412').

There may be some running water on trail, plus a small stream crossing.  Be sure to wear sturdy waterproof boots. 

Pack a light fleece for the morning, and rain gear.  Bring a minimum of 32 oz. of drinking water, plus a light lunch.

This will be an easy to moderate hike for HCH core members.

See you on trail.