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Summary: From the closure gate continue hiking along the road. Even though the trip is short and the road is not too steep you will be hiking at a high elevation so take your time. The Dauntless mine will come into view very soon after you start the hike. There are many buildings left on the surrounding hillsides from the glory days of this mine. The road will lead directly to the Dauntless mine and you will be able to walk around these structures. This is on private property though, so respect the fact that permission has been given for the public to access this area. Do not take anything or damage any of the historical features. Look around though there are lots of little remaining items that tell a lot about how the miners lived and worked. Trailhead: From the town of Fairplay head south on Highway 285. After one mile you will pass the intersection with Colorado 9 and begin to go up a hill. About 3/4 of the way up this hill there is a road on the right. Turn onto that road. This road will take you the rest of the way to the trailhead. The road gets progressively worse as you go. Any car can make it at least to the old townsite of Leavick (You will see a large building on the right side of the road). After the town of Leavick there are several spots with parking when you decide you've gone far enough (marked by yellow diamonds on the map). The road ends at a closure gate and you must start hiking from there. (Lat:39.20705 Lon:-106.16496) Trail Guides for The Dauntless Mine: Colorados Fourteeners by Gerry Roach (Fulcrum Publishing) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Horses, Ranger Contact: San Isabel National Forest 719-553-1400 (main office) Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joshua Friesema, who has posted 97 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by ron on 7/18/2006 very long , steep and slippery on top. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Colorado Hiking, Colorado Trails, Colorado Hikes, Park County Hiking, Park County Trails, Park County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
