yeah ive done some winter camping. im an eagle scout, lol. -15 in a summer tent at our winter camp one year.
does anyone have a reccomendation for us to run? something that even with snow will be do-able with our lightly modified jeeps and that wont be closed?
Pref. Something that stays well away from those "nice overlooks" that are so pleasant in the summer...
I'm gonna come right out and say it now so it doesn't bite me in the ass later: I have some summer wheeling experience, but only about 10 mins worth of wheeling experience in the snow. I'm confident in my driving abilities and know to be smart when I drive, regardless of conditions, but I have no premonitions that I'm anywhere near 100% prepared for this. I do plan on bringing some good gear to stay warm, as well as some food.
I would definitely prefer a trail that's either north of CO springs or south of boulder, somewhere in that stretch. Anywhere out further and we're talking a long drive for everyone involved.
As for trails, I'm thinking one of the following:
Caribou Creek - 2 (+3 for snow)
Johnny Park Rd. - 4 (+3 for snow)
I would prefer Johnny park rd. The reason for choosing one of these two is they both avoid dropoffs next to narrow roads, they also avoid steep ledges/inclines next to potentially vehicle-mauling obstacles, both minimizing trail gore.
) but my feet and hands were killin me...no matter how good your heat is.....its hard to stay warm.....
