Vacation Trips in the 

 P a g e N i ne H o I y C r o s s N at i on a I F o r e s t 



Another interesting scenic trip is to the Castle Peak fire look- 

 out. Arrangements should be made to stop at Eagle, Colo., where 

 horses may be secured. From there it is possible to 

 ride within a few hundred yards of the peak in a few 

 hours. During the dangerous fire season a forest officer is stationed 

 on Castle Peak, from which he overlooks the greater portion of the 

 Holy Cross Forest. The lookout occupies an observatory on the pin- 

 nacle and keeps his eyes open for "smokes" and a telephone at his 

 elbow ready to transmit warning to distant forest rangers. 



The view from Castle Peak is awe-inspiring. Within the vista 

 to the southwest looms stately Mount Sopris; to the north may be 

 seen Hahns Peak, another fire-outlook point 80 miles distant; to the 

 northeast Longs Peak; and to the southeast Mount Massive, Mount 

 of the Holy Cross, and numerous other noted beacons of the Rockies. 

 On clear days even Pikes Peak, over 100 miles distant, may be seen. 



The natural caves near the Yeoman Park Ranger Station on 

 East Brush Creek contain both stalactites and stalagmites and are 

 of considerable interest to geologists and sightseers. 

 Utner Points pj^^gy j^ake is especially attractive from a scenic stand- 

 point. In its bright, sparkling waters are reflected the 

 rugged, snowy peaks of the Sawtooth Range. Ideal camping sites 

 are to be found around the shores of the lake, and the fishing is ex- 

 cellent. This lake may be reached by trail from Minturn. 



CAMPING. 



One of the most delightful ways to spend a summer vacation is to 

 camp out on the banks of a clear-running brook in the shade of the pines 

 and spruces, and this Forest contains many such spots. Forest officers 

 will be glad to give you detailed information about camp sites or 

 camping trips. No charge is made for grazing camp animals, and you 

 are welcome to use all the wood you need for fuel. 



