Yale 360

This route is entirely runnable and combines speedy singletrack with breathtaking views, including an alpine lake, all while circumnavigating Mt. Yale (14,196′).

• Start at Avalanche Trailhead
• Head north on the Colorado Trail
• At saddle, descend north to Silver Creek TH
• Turn left at County Road 365, continuing to N. Cottonwood Creek TH (~1.5 mi 4×4 road)
• At junction, take left onto Kroenke Lake trail toward Brown’s Pass
• At Brown’s Pass, descend all the way down to Denny Creek TH
• Turn left at Highway 306 and punch the gas to speed back to Avalanche TH, closing the loop