A wild 4x4 road to Teddys Peak in Colorado

Teddys Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.678m (12,066ft) above sea level, located in the US state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads in Colorado.

Teddys Peak

Where is Teddys Peak?

The peak is located on the boundary of Costilla and Huerfano counties, in the southern part of Colorado within the San Isabel National Forest. The summit view offers a panorama of surrounding great valleys, plains and forest.

Is the road to Teddys Peak unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved and very rough in parts. The trail is accessible by 4WD and other vehicles with better clearance. The drive is steep, hitting an 11% through some of the ramps.

Is the road to Teddys Peak open year-round?

Set high in the Culebra Range of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the road is closed around November due to the heavy snowfalls in the area.
Pic&video: Rhonda Andrew

 

 

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