Lizard Head Pass

· Lizard Head

Lizard Head Pass

The site of an abandoned depot on the historic Rio Grande Southern railroad, Lizard Head Pass is today a scenic overlook on CO 145 from which you can marvel at the odd shape of Lizard Head Peak. A better view is from CO 145 south of the pass. Trails starting from here traverse high-alpine meadows and spruce-fir forests with birds like crossbills, Dusky Grouse, and Pine Grosbeak. Wildflower displays here can be wonderful in late summer, with highlights including Parry’s gentian and the aptly-named ‘elephant-head’ lousewort.

County: San Miguel

Habitat: Spruce-Fir Forest, Mountain Meadow

Directions: Lizard Head Pass is along CO 145 south of Telluride and north of Rico, at the San Miguel County/Dolores County line.

Delorme: 76 B2
Roads of Colorado: 138 C1

Dates of Access: Open all year, but trails mostly in summer
Hours: Any
Ownership: US Forest Service
Admission: Free

Restrictions: Hiking can be a hazardous activity; bring raingear and water, and avoid thunderstorms

Parking: Paved parking area
Lodging: Hotels in Telluride or Rico

Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Limited viewing from car

Latitude: 37.8111252
Longitude: -107.9085583

Amenities

RestroomsNo
Drinking FountainNo
Gravel TrailsNo
Paved TrailsNo
Platform/BlindNo
BoardwalkNo
ConcessionNo
Visitor CenterNo
Gift ShopNo
PrimitiveYes
Camping
Picnic
HuntingYes
FishingNo
2015-03-16T15:02:26-06:00

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