Lion Gulch Trailhead
Priority Area:
Estes Valley Map
Size:
Acres
Description
The Lion Gulch trail offers access to the Homestead Meadows National Historic District, which is the location of a number of homesteads that were established in the late 1880's and inhabited through the 1940's. It is also part of critical winter range and migration corridor for elk.
Lion Gulch Trailhead is located on Hwy. 36. Thirteen miles west of Lyons and 8 miles east of Estes Park. From Estes Park travel to the 8-mile marker on Hwy. 36. The trailhead is on the west side of the road.
Management Summary
| Yes | No | Comments | |
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| Permit Required | * | ||
| Trails | * | ||
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| Restrooms | * | ||
| Drinking fountains | * | ||
| Dogs allowed | * |
Property Information
| Type of Acquisition | #Acres |
Property Value |
Partnerships Bargain Sales Donations |
Date Acquired |
Public Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $ 21,521 |
Larimer Co. - $ 10,000 US Forest Service - $ 11,521 |
1998 | Yes |
Management Plan
An array of non-motorized activities is available for this multiple-use public land. This area is managed by the US Forest Service, Canyon Lakes Ranger District.
