This scenic route becomes even more breathtaking during the fall foliage & changing colors! Cruise the trail and experience the glowing aspens, crisp mountain air, and timberline bursting with a golden glow! Marshall Pass is a gravel road that can be enjoyed by all likes of adventurers!
A short 20 minute drive from Salida, this route is perfect for all types of riders. As you approach the top of the pass there will be restrooms on the right side of the road. Nearby you can explore a historic cattlemen’s cabin ( perfect place for a picnic lunch )! Stay on Marshall Pass Rd (200) and as you cross onto the west side of the pass, beware that it is rutted in places and can get slippery when wet - so take it at a slower pace. This road will lead you to Sargents where there is a gas station. Note: This is the furthest that you can continue on this route and we recommend turning around about 5 miles after crossing onto the west side of the pass.
Full trip-length - to Sargents & back - is 56 miles ( 5 hours ).
This scenic route becomes even more breathtaking during the fall foliage & changing colors! Cruise the trail and experience the glowing aspens, crisp mountain air, and timberline bursting with a golden glow! Marshall Pass is a gravel road that can be enjoyed by all likes of adventurers!
A short 20 minute drive from Salida, this route is perfect for all types of riders. As you approach the top of the pass there will be restrooms on the right side of the road. Nearby you can explore a historic cattlemen’s cabin ( perfect place for a picnic lunch )! Stay on Marshall Pass Rd (200) and as you cross onto the west side of the pass, beware that it is rutted in places and can get slippery when wet - so take it at a slower pace. This road will lead you to Sargents where there is a gas station. Note: This is the furthest that you can continue on this route and we recommend turning around about 5 miles after crossing onto the west side of the pass.
Full trip-length - to Sargents & back - is 56 miles ( 5 hours ).