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natureboyhays · 12-19-2006, 12:40 AM

Neville (or any others familiar with Devils River SNA): I have been wanting to visit Devils River SNA for quite some time, but wanted more info before venturing to such a remote spot. How is the road (Dolan Creek Rd.)? I know it is unimproved and over 20 miles long. Is it really rough (big sharp rocks & ruts) or moderately smooth gravel? I don't think my little car, with it's wimpy tires, could handle the road; might need to go with someone who has a truck or jeep, or rent one. Have you been to Colorado Bend SP, and if so, how does the road to Devils River compare (aside from being more than twice as long) to the road to Colorado Bend? I have done that one in my car. Also, once you take the trail to the river, can you walk some distance upstream or downstream along the river, or is access limited to a small area at the end of the trail. Finally, are reservations required (or recommended) for day use or only for camping? Sorry to be so full of questions, but I have been intrigued by the place for awhile. I have read that all the surrounding land owners are, shall we say, hypervigilant, so I know not to venture onto private land around there. Thanks to Neville for the photos. The area looks austere, but beautiful, just as I imagined.

12-19-2006, 12:40 AM	#7
natureboyhays Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin / San Marcos Posts: 12	Re: A week in the mountains, the desert and the forest - TR with Pics Neville (or any others familiar with Devils River SNA): I have been wanting to visit Devils River SNA for quite some time, but wanted more info before venturing to such a remote spot. How is the road (Dolan Creek Rd.)? I know it is unimproved and over 20 miles long. Is it really rough (big sharp rocks & ruts) or moderately smooth gravel? I don't think my little car, with it's wimpy tires, could handle the road; might need to go with someone who has a truck or jeep, or rent one. Have you been to Colorado Bend SP, and if so, how does the road to Devils River compare (aside from being more than twice as long) to the road to Colorado Bend? I have done that one in my car. Also, once you take the trail to the river, can you walk some distance upstream or downstream along the river, or is access limited to a small area at the end of the trail. Finally, are reservations required (or recommended) for day use or only for camping? Sorry to be so full of questions, but I have been intrigued by the place for awhile. I have read that all the surrounding land owners are, shall we say, hypervigilant, so I know not to venture onto private land around there. Thanks to Neville for the photos. The area looks austere, but beautiful, just as I imagined.