The top half of Mt. Antero is a shelf road and is not recommended for anyone that is not comfortable with ledges and tight switch backs. This trail is also not recommended for full size vehicles. This is for experienced drivers only.
Mt. Antero was named for Chief "Graceful Walker" Antero of the Unita band of the Ute tribe. It is one of the 14ers and rises to 14,269 feet. The driving trail takes you to roughly 13,900 feet where you can park and continue your journey to the peak of Mt. Antero on foot.
Mt. Antero is rich in aquamarine, topaz and quartz crystals, hence why you will see people with a pick ax and a bucket when at or above tree line.