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Loch Lomond
Area Status: Open
Loch Lomond is a short one-way in, one-way out 4-wheel drive road. The area is also popular for dispersed camping, fishing and hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Refer to the Ranger District's motor vehicle use map (MVUM) for more information on roads in this area. Click here for more information about dispersed camping near Idaho Springs and Georgetown.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Lower gate open. Upper gate scheduled for 7/15. |
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| Usage: | Medium |
| Restrictions: | The area is closed for resource protection from 10/15 - 7/15 upper gate and 12/1 - 6/1 lower gate. There is NO parking allowed on Fall River Road or within the subdivisions. All vehicles must be either street-legal or registered annually through Colorado State Parks' OHV Registration Program. All motorized vehicles are restricted to open routes designated for their use. Reservoirs owned by Agriculture Ditch Company |
| Closest Towns: | Idaho Springs, CO |
| Water: | Stream/lake; treat water for drinking. |
| Restroom: | Practice Leave No Trace principles. |
| Operated By: | U.S. Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: I-70 westbound, take exit #238 Fall River Road. Drive approx. 8 miles to Alice road, turn left, stay on Alice road, turn right on Steuart road, NFSR 701.Activities
Mountain Biking
Loch Lomond is a short one-way in, one-way out 4-wheel drive road. The area is also popular for dispersed camping, fishing and hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Refer to the Ranger District's motor vehicle use map (MVUM) for more information on roads in this area.Dispersed Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
Day Hiking
OHV Road Riding
Loch Lomond is a short one-way in, one-way out 4-wheel drive road. The area is also popular for dispersed camping, fishing and hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Refer to the Ranger District's motor vehicle use map (MVUM) for more information on roads in this area.| Staging Area | No |
| Loading Ramp | None |
| Class of Vehicle | 4x4, ATV, Motorcycle |
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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