Explore on your own, Summit County, ColoradoRent a jeep and explore the Colorado Back-Country at your own pace. |
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Explore on your ownMost of the Jeep roads were carved out in the 1800's by the miners seeking gold in Colorado. The high mountain passes were a challenge to the gold seekers navigating the Colorado Rockies in horses and covered wagons. Today you can take the same route as these early explorers on your own Jeep adventure. Take your own Jeep Wrangler into the Colorado Back-Country. Go at your own pace and stop for photo opportunities when you want. Summit County and its surrounding areas have hundreds of miles of off-road four-wheel drive roads that are only accessible with the proper vehicle. Discover eight different ways to cross the Continental Divide for some amazing views and the occasional wildlife sighting. Climb to a high alpine lake for a quiet lunch surrounded by wild flowers. Wet your fishing line in some of the less fished, remote lakes and streams of the Colorado high-country. Explore a ghost town or an old mine site from the 1800's. The choices for your adventure are countless! Rental vehicles are all late model Jeep Wranglers and have removable windows so you can take in the fresh mountain air. Maps are provided with suggestions for easy family runs, moderate adventures or somewhat difficult challenges. |
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