Wager Gulch & Carson Townsite

South of Castle Lakes on County Rd. 36, FS #821 goes up through Wager Gulch, past the Carson Townsite buildings, on to other destinations including Heart Lake and Lost Trail off Hwy 149. Near the top, make sure to follow Rd. 36 back North to overlook the Castle Lakes area, ending at an old mine site. This is a steep, narrow road with sharp switchbacks requiring a short wheelbase, high clearance, 4WD vehicle.