Colorado - Flat Tops Trail

Description: When you drive on the Flat Tops, you`ll see not only great scenery, but the birthplace of a concept. Development of any kind was barred around Trappers Lake two decades after the region was designated in 1891 as the 2nd National Forest Reserve in the US.

Time to Allow: 2 hours

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"The National Scenic Byways Program recognizes highways that are outstanding examples of our nation's beauty, history, culture, and recreational experience by designating them as All-American Roads and National Scenic Byways. The roads being featured were designated by the Secretary of Transportation from nominations submitted by the states and federal land management agencies. These designations provide a compass for people from all over the world to explore America's treasured open roads."