Recreation Region: Clear Creek Ranger District
Devil's Canyon
Devil's Canyon south of Idaho Spring offers a small network of roads for OHV opportunities. You must enter and leave at the same place. This road crosses several meadows and goes through an area that was burned in a forest fire years ago. The area offers good views of Mount Blue Sky, Devil's Canyon and Chicago Creek. Dispersed camping is also popular.
General Information
The area is closed to motorized vehicles from December 15 -June 16 to minimize disturbances during the elk calving season.
Getting There
Elevation
10,800'
Directions
From I-70, take exit 240 in Idaho Springs south on Colorado Highway 103 for 10 miles. Look for wide shoulder area on right, turn left on NFRS 246.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
