Shortcut #138
The Shortcut Trail #138 begins at an intersection with the Storm Gulch Tail #212 and ends at an intersection with the Baldy Trail #216. This trail provides a connection route between these two trails. There are several trails in this area that can create loop routes that are endless. It is a popular trail during the big game hunting season. The entire length of this trail is within the Uncompahgre Wilderness where Wilderness Regulations apply.
General Information
Getting There
Elevation
10,438 ft.
Directions
From Ouray:
Travel north on Hwy 550 for approximately 1.7 miles to the intersection with County Road 14, Dexter Creek Road. Turn right onto CR 14 and continue for approximately 1 mile to the fork in the road, take the left fork onto CR 14A. Follow CR 14A, which becomes Forest Service Road #872 at the National Forest boundary, for approximately 1.5 miles to the intersection with FSR #872.1B. Turn left onto FSR 872.1B and continue for approximately 0.3 miles to its end where the trail begins. Follow the Baldy Trail #216 for approximately 0.2 miles to the Storm Gulch Trail #212. Follow the Storm Gulch Trail for approximately 0.3 miles to the intersection with the Shortcut Trail.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restroom information is not available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
