Fosset Gulch Road (FR 613)
This dirt road off US 160 in the western part of the county has good ponderosa forest habitat. Grace’s Warblers can be found here during the day, and Flammulated Owls call during the night. In summer, wildflower displays can be impressive along this road, particularly in some of the meadows.
Restrictions: None
County: Archuleta
Directions: From Pagosa Springs, head west on US 160 approximately 24 miles (four miles past the Piedra River crossing) to the turnoff on the left (south).
Alternate Directions: From Bayfield, head east on US160 for 15 miles to Fosset Gulch Road (FR 613), on the right.
Habitat: Ponderosa Forest, Mountain Meadow
Dates of Access: Road closed in winter
Hours: Any
Ownership: US Forest Service
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Roadside
Lodging: Primitive camping
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car
Delorme: 87 C6
ROC: 147 F2
Latitude: 37.1866854
Longitude: -107.3558557