One of my first 4wd experiences.
How to get there:
From Taylor Park CR 740/CR 209 drive 1.2 miles north.
- From C470/US285 to Taylor Park
- 137 miles 3 hr 30 mins
- GPS
- CR 740/CR 740C
- 38.8525 -106.5649
In General:
- Length: 5 miles
- Driving Time: min. 30 mins
This route starts out relatively level and open and enters some lush meadows paralleling Texas Creek. The road “ends” in the vicinity of the Texas Lakes, passing numerous primitive camping sites along the way. Beyond this point it becomes a true 4wd with low range required.
Photo Ops:
This route was one of my first 4wd experiences and I still have fond memories! Years ago, we were able to proceed well beyond the lakes to a high mountain cirque with some incredible vistas of Taylor Park and the Reservoir. Watch for wildlife and wildflowers in the meadows near the creek.