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There are two alternatives for cross-country skiing in the Turquoise Lake area. Take 6th Street west off US 24 as it passes through the main street of Leadville. Follow 6th Street through town pass the new recreation center, taking the Turquoise Lake Road, CR4, which heads west for about 4 miles. There will be an intersection where you have a choice of three plowed roads, take the one to the right, and there is a Turquoise Lake sign. There are two places to park depending on where you want to ski. You can cross Sugar Loaf Dam and park on the west side (P)2, then ki up CR4 that parallels the south side of the lake (lots of snowmobilers). For the other alternative turn right just before the dam and drive up the east side of the lake, park where the snowplowing quits, see notation (P)3. Follow FSR104 around the north side of the lake (very few skiers or snowmobilers). Another possible alternative on the north road is to take the St. Kevin Road (FSR107) at 3.2 miles and head north away from the lake. It will take you up into an old mining area, but the terrain is much steeper and is appropriate for advanced skiers.
Created on: 2024-09-07 22:10:00