From Colorado Springs, head west into the mountains on U.S. 24 for about 25 miles to Divide, then south on Colorado Highway 67 for about 4.25 miles before turning left on Forest Service Road 383.

Raspberry Spring dribbles on despite our megadrought — this primitive U.S. Forest Service campsite behind Ojai represents a critical water source on the Cuyama (north) side of the lofty Pine Mountain.

The Raspberry Mountain summit delivers on some panoramic views and features rock outcrops reminiscent of nearby Pancake Rocks. From Colorado Springs, head west into the mountains on U.S. 24 for about ...