Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Hike Grizzly Gulch
The bus leaves ACAA at 7:30 a.m. sharp.
This 6 mi., O&B hike will gain about 900' elevation. The TH is located at 10,450'. Trail from there follows a crude 4WD road into the Gulch. Trail tops out at about 11,300'.
The day will provide unique sights, including Greys (14,278') and Torreys (14,267') Peak. These peaks are the two highest peaks on the Continental Divide.
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| Entrance to an abandon mine in Grizzly Gulch. |
The gulch is dotted with both working and abandon mines, once the source of vast amounts of minerals to those who would stake a claim.
Most famous of the mines in the gulch, is the Josephine Mine, on the left at the head of the gulch. Up till 1900, this mine was known to hold a diverse amount of minerals, including Quartz and Pyrite.
Although this is not a demanding or physical hike, be smart, pack rain gear, adequate amount of water...32 oz. or more...and lunch.
See you on trail!
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