How to drive the unpaved road to Mayflower Lake in Colorado
Mayflower Lake is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 3.441m (11,289ft) above sea level, located in Summit County, in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Where is Mayflower Lake?
The lake is located west of Denver, in the central part of Colorado, within the White River National Forest.
Is the road to Mayflower Lake unpaved?
The road to the lake is totally unpaved, rocky and steep. It’s called Forest Road 800 (Spruce Creek Road). A 4x4 vehicle is required.
How long is the road to Mayflower Lake?
Starting from Breckenridge, the road to the lake is 6km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 450m and the average gradient is 7.5%.
Is the road to Mayflower Lake open year-round?
Set high in the Tenmile Range, the road is not plowed in winters.
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