Beaver Creek, CO Driving Conditions
Beaver Creek Current Driving Conditions - Be in the Know.
Generally speaking, driving to Beaver
Creek, CO is easy and
fun. However, with the great ski conditions had at Beaver Creek, the roads
around Beaver Creek can get slick and tricky. Here are some tips for
your winter driving in Beaver Creek.
- Always keep the top half of your gas
tank full. It can give you better traction and gives you a bigger margin
of error if you get stuck and have to keep the engine running periodically
to keep warm.
- If you are stuck in a serious storm, do
not leave your car. Run the engine periodically and wait for help.
- Carry blankets, water, a flashlight, a shovel, some
nutrition bars or even candy bars for sustenance. Winterize your vehicle's
safety kit by including extra blankets, sand to help gain traction
in the event you become stuck on ice or snow, jumper cables, an ice
scraper and lock de-icer.
- Remember that 4-wheel drive does not
mean 4-wheel stop. A 4-wheel drive vehicle will not stop any better
in icy conditions.
- Be sure of your route. Don't go exploring
in the backcountry without some local knowledge, especially during
a storm or when one is bearing down anywhere near your location. The
weather can change quickly and violently in the Rocky Mountains and
not necessarily only in the heart of winter.
- Be sure you have good
tires. The Colorado State Patrol recommends at least 1/8 of an inch
tread depth. All season radials on a front-wheel-drive passenger vehicle
are adequate for most situations. Snow tires on most rear-wheel drive
vehicles are usually adequate. Chain restrictions in Colorado are most
often put into effect for commercial vehicles (semi-trailer trucks)
and do not usually affect passenger vehicles.
- In poor visibility or
even whiteout conditions, don't drive faster than you can see ahead.
High speeds in poor or no visibility can lead to large chain reaction
accidents. Remember you can't see around mountain curves or corners
either.
- All these tips will help in keeping you safe and
comfortable on your trip to Beaver Creek, CO. Be responsible
when driving in Colorado's rugged mountains. Enjoy your Beaver Creek
vacation!
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