A.K.A. CR. 279 or Virginia Canyon. This side of the hill remains snow free most of the winter making it the perfect place for a winter xc ride or shuttle. Before the construction of Central City Parkway this was a major route between Idaho Springs and Central City. The area is rich in mining history. At one time Central City was proposed to be the State Capital. It was also known as the richest square mile on earth.
http://www.centralcitycolorado.com/history.php
Not much singletrack but there are a ton of roads to explore. From Russell Gulch you can also get to Fall River, St. Mary’s, Mammoth Gulch, Rollins Pass, Nevadaville and Central City.
Rode Virginia Canyon the other day -to the county line and back down Gilson Gulch. Not much snow anywhere. Hard to believe they have had 11 feet of snow this season already at the divide.
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| From Area 28 |
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