Devil's Slide Trestles
These decaying bridges 1,000 feet high are a reminder of the skill it took to cross the Colorado Rockies by rail.

πŸ“œ Historic twin train trestles built in 1905 at 11,600 feet elevation. πŸ” Cling to a mountain side, 1,000 feet above Middle Boulder Creek. # Why Go ⛰️ See impressive historic engineering in the Colorado Rockies. πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Hike or mountain bike scenic trails to the site. πŸ“Έ Enjoy stunning views, including the King Lake area of Indian Peaks Wilderness. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Trestles are decaying, unsafe, and closed to crossing. πŸš— Rollins Pass Road is barely accessible by sedan; higher clearance vehicles are better. ⚑ Dangerous storms and lightning can move in quickly above timberline. ❄️ Snow crossing is possible even in late summer. # Tips ⏰ Go early and get down early to avoid lightning. 🚴 The mountain bike ride is at high altitude, making it more challenging. # πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking Trailheads from east (16 miles from Rollinsville) or west (10 miles from Winter Park Ski Area) on Rollins Pass Road.

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