This is the original Pass on Rd. 237 starting at the base of Monarch Mountain Ski Area, only a couple miles to the top. There are a few pull offs to camp and a nice lot at the pass to park. You can pick the Divide Trail up here to the top of the Ski area, with great views of Mt. Shavano and Tabeguache toward Salida and numerous peaks to the north, plus Tomichi Creek valley...
   Read moreIt's monarch pass in Colorado, the Aspen's are turning, my dog needs a place to pee, and the weather is gorgeous. If you haven't been there it's probably...
   Read moreNice smooth road to take a different way to Gunnison. Might take a bit longer but scenery is better...
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