Eldorado National Forest
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Eldorado National Forest ENF Visitor Information Eldorado Offices - |
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Current Conditions - Roads
Accessiblity of the various roads and trails on the forest depends on the time of year and the weather. Some road conditions can be predicted, others can not. Unpredictable events of nature can produce road hazards which may not be cleared upon your arrival. Be flexible and enjoy the journey!
Important Notice: Roads and trails on the Eldorado are designated for wheeled motor vehicle travel. Vehicle travel off these designated roads and trails is prohibited. Maps and information is available on the Vehicle Travel Web page and hard copies of the maps can be obtained at one of our forest offices.
Last updated January 31, 2012
Tip: "Not passable due to snow" means that the road/trail does not have a gate and access is controlled by Mother Nature.
Check our Forest Information Update for any recent changes.
| ROAD | DISTRICT | STATUS |
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| Dirt Roads and Trails | Forestwide | The seasonal road and trail closure is in effect. Seasonal Road and Trail closure which is typically in effect every year from January 1 through March 31 is based on critically dry precipitation year records. The closure can go into effect earlier or stay in effect longer based on current conditions at the time. Forest-wide Seasonal Road and Trail Closure: During the winter and spring months vehicle use on dirt roads and trails is prohibited. Use of soaked roads and trails contributes to sedimentation of streams and costly trail damage that can be prevented by avoiding use when trails are holding water. By allowing roads and trails to dry sufficiently, users will ensure quality trail opportunities in the future. |
| Forest Route 5 (Mormon Emigrant Trail/ Iron Mountain road) | AMA/PVL | Closed. |
| North South | AMA/PVL | Open depending on weather. Icy. 4wd recommended. |
| Packsaddle Pass | PVL | Closed. |
| Silver Fork | PVL | Closed. |
| Rubicon 4WD Trail | PAC | County road. http://www.co.el-dorado.ca.us/dot/ Check out this web site for current conditions. |
| Bryant Springs - from Peavine Ridge to Westpoint Boatramp on Union Valley Reservoir | PAC | Open. Plowed intermittently in the winter by SMUD. |
| Granite Springs Road | PAC | Closed by snow. |
| Ice House | PAC | Open. Plowed intermittently in the winter by SMUD. Intermittent icy sections. |
| Ice House/ Wrights Lake Tie | PAC | Closed by snow. |
| 12N30/50 - (north side of lake) from Westpoint Boatramp to Ice House road | PAC | Closed. |
| Peavine Ridge | PAC | First few miles plowed intermittently in the winter by SMUD. |
| Weber Mill Road | PAC | Closed by snow. |
| Wrights Lake - from Highway 50 to Wrights Lake | PAC | Closed by snow. |
| Forest Route 1 (Wentworth Springs) - from Uncle Toms to Ice House | PAC | Closed by snow. |
| Forest Route 1 (Wentworth Springs) - from Georgetown to Stumpy Meadows | GEO | Weather dependent. |
| Forest Route 2 (Eleven Pines) - from Wentworth Springs road to Hell Hole | GEO | Closed by snow. |
| Forest Route 23 - from Ralston to Forest Road 2 | GEO | Rockslide by Ralston Powerhouse. Expect up to two hour delays for the next two weeks. |
| Forest Route 22 - from French House to French Meadows Reservoir | GEO | Closed by snow. |
| Bear River | AMA | Weather dependent. |
| Blue Lakes | AMA | http://www.alpinecountyca.gov/departments/roads. |
| Cat Creek | AMA | Weather dependent. |
| Ellis Creek | AMA | Closed. Landslide took out a 150 foot section of the road. Alternate road is Panther Creek. |
| Forestdale Divide | AMA | Closed. |
| Kirkwood Lake | AMA | Closed. |
| Mehrten Springs | AMA | Weather dependent. |
| Omo Ranch | AMA | Open. Generally accessible year-round with chains or 4WD. |
| Panther Creek | AMA | Weather dependent. |
| Schneider Cow Camp | AMA | Closed. |
| Tiger Creek | AMA | Weather dependent. |
| Tragedy Springs (Mud Lake and Squaw Ridge) | AMA | Closed. |
| Woods Lake | AMA | Closed. |
USDA Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest
Last Modified: Tuesday, 31 January 2012 at 16:51:45 EST