Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Allenspark, Colorado

The route begins in the middle of Cave Creek and is both USFS 217C and 217D. If you head up the left side of the trail there is a nice hill that offers some good rock climbing for the more mild vehicles. Once you reach the end of the left side, it opens up to a nice little fire ring accompanied by a...
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Left Hand Reservoir is a scenic, moderately challenging out-and-back trail near Ward, Colorado, perfect for off-roaders with high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles looking to reach an alpine lake with excellent fishing. Spanning approximately 1.8 miles one-way, the route begins near Red Rock Lake...
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Calm out and back trail ending at a hut on private land. Be sure to not trespass on the private land. Some small ruts and rocks, along with some off-camber berms. A technical rock patch that requires concentration and good tire placement. Lots of campsites throughout the trail that are secluded from...
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Chipmunk Gulch is a short, scenic route near Ward, Colorado, perfect for beginner offroaders and those looking for a quick mountain getaway with great camping. Stretching approximately 0.7 miles through the Arapaho National Forest, this dirt trail sits at an elevation of around 9,000 feet and offers...
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This trail continues from the famous Switzerland Trail on the north side of Gold Hill Road and exits on Sawmill Road. It offers varied rocky terrain similar to the southern Switzerland Trail, with the addition of deep mud holes, scenic views, and an early option to explore the in-and-out Knob Hill t...
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You're likely to see hikers on this trail, and it is a popular camping destination on the weekends. Check for postings on what camping is dispersed and what is designated. Be bear aware and plan accordingly. Trail is open all year.
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Peewink is a scenic, beginner-friendly trail ideal for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and dirt bikes looking for easy access to beautiful dispersed camping in the Roosevelt National Forest. Spanning approximately 1.9 miles near Nederland, Colorado, this route winds through dense pine forests...
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Magnolia Road East is a scenic, well-graded 7-mile dirt road connecting Nederland to the Aspen Meadows area in the Colorado foothills. Ranging from 8,040 to 8,690 feet in elevation, this route offers views of Tungsten Mountain and Forsythe Rock, serving as a peaceful alternative to Boulder Canyon. ...
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West Magnolia is a scenic, beginner-friendly offroad route winding through the Roosevelt National Forest near Rollinsville, offering a network of intersecting forest roads, dispersed camping, and access to historic mining ruins. Spanning approximately 4.2 miles, this trail starts at an elevation of ...
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Bring your camera and visit Chasm Falls. Drive above the timberline on winding switchbacks, then visit Estes Park where you can get up close to elk (not too close), shop and have a great meal. A fee is required to enter the park. This road is open July 4 and closes with the first heavy snowfall. No ...
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This is a super fun, single lane road to amazing camping. You'll camp above the reservoir and fish, canoe, kayak and relax. No swimming. Open to licensed and unlicensed vehicles. Trail is open from May 15 to November 30.
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A fun, out and back trail with a great campsite a few hundred feet up the trail, and an abandoned mining site just past that. The trail is fairly narrow. 4WD wasn't required, but definitely helpful on the loose rock and dirt. The trail culminates at the border with private property and a closed gate...
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This scenic 12.6-mile point-to-point route offers four-wheel-drive enthusiasts, SxSs, and high-clearance vehicles an adventurous alternative climb to the pristine waters of Meadow Creek Reservoir. Starting along the heavily eroded Hurd Creek Road, the climb demands careful tire placement over bumpy ...
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The drive is nice and easy to an amazing lake with incredible mountain views. You can access the Idleglen OHV Area from here where you'll find a ton of ATV, dirt bike and snowmobile trails. If you want more of a challenge, try Gravel and Little Gravel Mountain trails nearby.
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Kawuneeche Road offers an easy and scenic dirt route perfect for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and beginners looking to explore the beautiful Arapaho National Forest near Grand Lake. Serving as a crucial connector trail, this graded two-lane road stretches roughly 4 miles, climbing from Sti...
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Rollins Pass East is a scenic, historic trek ideal for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles and SxSs looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Continental Divide along an abandoned railway grade. Starting near Tolland at approximately 9,189 feet, this 12.1-mile route climbs steadily to a maximum elevat...
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CR 84 begins just east of Highway 40 and is the primary access to Meadow Creek Reservoir. This route follows Meadow Creek, which provides ample dispersed camping opportunities. The reservoir is a popular summer beach hangout with beautiful views, fishing, hiking, camping, paddle boarding, and lots o...
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Strawberry BLM Road #2751 is an excellent route for beginners, campers, and scenic drivers looking to explore the beautiful Fraser Valley with views of Byers Peak. Spanning approximately 16.9 miles near Tabernash, Colorado, this trail offers a highly accessible adventure that climbs from an elevatio...
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Michigan Hill is an excellent route for scenic cruisers and intermediate offroaders looking for a historic drive through Colorado's mining country with panoramic views. Starting near the Pickle Gulch Campground, this 5.7-mile trail winds through dense pine forests and open valleys, offering spectacu...
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Byers Peak Trail is a wide, mostly easy forest route that steadily climbs from start to finish. The trail offers no obstacles for vehicles, making it accessible to a wide range of drivers. The route features some washboard sections and occasional blind corners, with the final stretch becoming bumpy ...
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The route begins in the middle of Cave Creek and is both USFS 217C and 217D. If you head up the left side of the trail there is a nice hill that offers some good rock climbing for the more mild vehicles. Once you reach the end of the left side, it opens up to a nice little fire ring accompanied by a...
Learn more about Rifle Road

Left Hand Reservoir is a scenic, moderately challenging out-and-back trail near Ward, Colorado, perfect for off-roaders with high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles looking to reach an alpine lake with excellent fishing. Spanning approximately 1.8 miles one-way, the route begins near Red Rock Lake...
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Calm out and back trail ending at a hut on private land. Be sure to not trespass on the private land. Some small ruts and rocks, along with some off-camber berms. A technical rock patch that requires concentration and good tire placement. Lots of campsites throughout the trail that are secluded from...
Learn more about Gold Lake Trail

Chipmunk Gulch is a short, scenic route near Ward, Colorado, perfect for beginner offroaders and those looking for a quick mountain getaway with great camping. Stretching approximately 0.7 miles through the Arapaho National Forest, this dirt trail sits at an elevation of around 9,000 feet and offers...
Learn more about Chipmunk Gulch

The route begins in the middle of Cave Creek and is both USFS 217C and 217D. If you head up the left side of the trail there is a nice hill that offers some good rock climbing for the more mild vehicles. Once you reach the end of the left side, it opens up to a nice little fire ring accompanied by a...
Learn more about Rifle Road

Left Hand Reservoir is a scenic, moderately challenging out-and-back trail near Ward, Colorado, perfect for off-roaders with high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles looking to reach an alpine lake with excellent fishing. Spanning approximately 1.8 miles one-way, the route begins near Red Rock Lake...
Learn more about Left Hand Reservoir

Calm out and back trail ending at a hut on private land. Be sure to not trespass on the private land. Some small ruts and rocks, along with some off-camber berms. A technical rock patch that requires concentration and good tire placement. Lots of campsites throughout the trail that are secluded from...
Learn more about Gold Lake Trail

Chipmunk Gulch is a short, scenic route near Ward, Colorado, perfect for beginner offroaders and those looking for a quick mountain getaway with great camping. Stretching approximately 0.7 miles through the Arapaho National Forest, this dirt trail sits at an elevation of around 9,000 feet and offers...
Learn more about Chipmunk Gulch