§ 02 — OVERVIEW
Penrose Commons Recreation Area offers a warm, arid climate among pinon and juniper woodlands. The best time to visit is September through May when temperatures are comfortable and the snowy peaks of the Sangre De Cristo mountain range are visible in the distance.
With 30 miles of motorized trail, the area is popular for ATVs, motorcycles and four wheeling. Independence Trail system is known for its extreme 4x4 rock crawling opportunities with easy access for spectators to enjoy the trail activity. Penrose Commons is also popular for horseback riding, hunting and dispersed camping. The area has a restroom, trail map information and ample parking space for trailers. A wet weather gate closes the area to motorized use during wet conditions. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.
§ 03 — CONDITIONS
National Weather Service · seven-day outlook · updated hourly
§ 04 — SIGNAL
FCC broadband data · actual signal varies in remote terrain
§ 05—08 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 06 — REVIEWS
§ 07 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 08 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
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§ 01 — VITALS
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Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
Mon
98°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
5 to 10 mph E
Tue
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
5 to 10 mph SSE
Wed
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
5 to 10 mph SSW
Thu
94°F
Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
5 to 10 mph N
Fri
94°F
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
5 to 10 mph SW
Sat
94°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
5 to 10 mph NNE
Sun
96°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
5 to 10 mph SW