The Dewdrop Range Road has deteriorated a great deal over the last 20 years so that now it is better suited to a high clearance or 4WD vehicle.    All the roads are driveable still, but erosion has made some places very rough.   With a fair amount of pine beetle kill too, the roads have become narrower with fallen trees down.   You can get through these routes,  but you will have to drive slowly and carefully if you don’t have a 4wD.   This is all a shame because there is wonderful hiking, biking, and exploring on the Outer Dewdrop.

From the Tranquille – Criss Creek Road, take the Dewdrop Range Road and at the intersection, take the upper (unsigned) road.   The first kilometer is quite rough, but it gets better further on.   You will see a few side roads here and there but most don’t go far.   Continue along the Upper Dewdrop Road.   The topo maps are outdated and inaccurate.   A Google Earth projection below shows the driveable roads, highlighted in yellow.

We have found the upper road to Peregrine Bluffs to be an excellent mountain bike route, though you will have a long uphill on the way back to the vehicle.   Alternately, you can park your vehicle part way along and bike or hike to Peregrine Bluffs.   The route beyond Peregrine Bluffs drops down to the lake before ending at the train tracks and is not recommended.    Peregrine Bluffs is a satisfying turn-round point with great views and a spot to have lunch.     We have spotted peregrines soaring the thermals here several times.   Bring your camera along on this half-day outing.