Shrine Pass Road #709

Facility · Colorado ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

White River National Forest (NF) · Open Access

10,609 ft
Elevation

This dirt road starts at Vail Pass and ends at the town of Redcliff. It can be traveled in either direction, but for biking it is much easier starting at Vail Pass. This dirt road is passable by all but the lowest passenger cars and is relatively easy for mountain bikers. It offers views of Mount of the Holy Cross in the Sawatch Range, access to the Shrine Mountain Trail, and access to the short, accessible trail to "Julia's Deck."

View a Recreation Quicksheet for this road, complete with directions, description, map, and more.

Getting there

Travel east from Vail on I-70 to Exit 190 for Vail Pass. Exit here and park at the rest area if unloading a bike. Otherwise turn right, heading west, onto the Shrine Pass dirt road (FSR 712).

39.52953, -106.21810 · 39°31'46.3"N 106°13'5.1"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in2.92.93.13.62.41.11.72.21.62.02.62.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Shrine Pass Road #709

Can you reserve a site at Shrine Pass Road #709?
No. Shrine Pass Road #709 is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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