Ptarmigan Peak Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in Colorado, United States.
The Ptarmigan Peak Wilderness extends across 12,594 acres of land in White River National Forest, featuring dense forests and high alpine tundra environments.
The United States Congress established the Ptarmigan Peak Wilderness in 1993, adding it to the national system of protected natural territories.
The wilderness area provides opportunities for visitors to explore untouched natural environments through a network of 41 miles of marked trails.
Visitors can access the wilderness area through trailheads near Silverthorne, with elevations ranging from 8,800 to 12,800 feet above sea level.
The South Fork of Williams Fork River creates a system of beaver dams and meadows that support populations of brook, cutthroat, and rainbow trout.
Location: Colorado
Inception: 1993
GPS coordinates: 40.35000,-106.50000
Latest update: April 10, 2025 15:35
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