West Elk Loop
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Fees There are no fees for driving this byway.		Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Many of these roads have very steep grades. Blind corners and sheer drop-offs are common- especially along Hwy 92 near the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Monument.
	Camping Camping is available along the byway. Links to reserveUSA.com to make reservations at nearby National Forest campgrounds: East Elk Creek Group Lake Fork Campground		Food There are places to buy food along this byway.
	Gasoline Gasoline is available.		Information There is an authoritative information center along this byway.
	Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway.		Retail There are places to shop along this byway.

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Restrictions

The 31-mile gravel section over Kebler Pass is closed in winter.

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

These roads are best visited in Summer and Fall when the entire byway is open and the scenery is at its best.

High Season

Summer and Fall are the busiest seasons because of the large numbers of people visiting the Curecanti National Recreation Area.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along West Elk Loop, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

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