East Escudilla Drive

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Route:

Drive 2 miles east from Alpine on U.S. 180 to FR 275. Follow this road 22 miles north to U.S. 191 (formerly U.S. 666) and return to Alpine.

Features: Old fire area healing naturally Plentiful wildlife Facilities: Lodging, gas, restaurants in Alpine

Notes:

Roads along this route are graveled and suitable for passenger cars in all but the worst weather. Total distance round trip from Alpine is 40 miles. Driving time is about 2 to 3 hours.

Best Season:

Spring and summer are good times to take this ride but the fall is most spectacular.

Attractions:

The area devastated by the 1951 Escudilla burn is recovering nicely along this route. The new growth has made this area extremely productive wildlife habitat.