Remember, these are "just public lands," open for multiple use unless otherwise designated, including oil exploration, mining . . . Bureau of Land Management Handies Peak Wilderness Study Area Colorado by Bob Wick, #mypubliclands Instagram Guest Photo Editor The Handies Peak Wilderness Study Area is in Southwest Colorado between the towns of Lake City and Silverton. Sloan Lake is at an elevation of 12,900 feet on the trail to 14,000 foot Handies Peak . Access to the trailhead is along the Alpine Loop National Backcountry Byway and does require 4-wheel drive vehicles. For those unable to make the hike, there are equally spectacular views from the byway corridor. The use season is short at these high elevations with access usually available from June through September or October. The dramatic wildflower bloom peaks in mid-late July, while golden aspens put on a show in September. The area offers ample opportunities for either morning or evening light. Learn more about the Handies Peak WSA: blm.gov/co/st/en/BLM_Programs/national_landscape/wilderness_study_areas/handies_peak.html Read more about how the picture was taken, visit our mypubliclands Tumblr: tmblr.co/Z9wNeurKUrTm
Posted on: Sat, 03 Aug 2013 17:37:04 +0000
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