Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Gunnison, Colorado

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Signal Peak

The Signal Peak Trail runs East to West through BLM land south of Gunnison National Forest. The trail makes for a smooth ride with a consistent 1,000-foot climb. The final stretch becomes fairly steep but…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Deep Gulch Road

This road has seasonal closures. It gets extremely muddy when wet and has very large puddles that can become very messy. This road does go through private property, so please be mindful. Not much camping…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Steers Gulch Road

This road has seasonal closures to keep the wildlife preserved. There is camping and amazing views of rolling hills, as well as some hiking trails. It does get extremely muddy when wet and has some…
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Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Onemile

Onemile is a fairly short Jeep trail near Almont. (not actually one mile) It winds through a few areas of trees and many areas of open sagebrush with great views of the surrounding mountains and…
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Total Miles
20.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su

West Antelope Road

This road has seasonal closures. It gets extremely muddy when wet and has large water puddles that can become very messy. No camping on this road, but it does have some amazing views. Dirt or…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Kezar Loop

Extremely muddy when wet, to the point of sliding out. Not safe if the rain has been strong; even with 4wd the mud becomes very slippery. You will enjoy this road with its amazing views.…
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Total Miles
12.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp

Rainbow Lake Road

This is a very easy road but is a very busy logging area, so be mindful of logging trucks. You will find many hikes, roads, and camp spots along this beautiful road. Enjoy a couple…
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Total Miles
12.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su

Red Creek

This trail's access is directly from Hwy 50 across from the Blue Mesa Reservoir. The one-lane gravel road has frequent turnouts for passing vehicles. Initially, it runs along the Sapinero State Wildlife Area and then…
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Total Miles
14.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Old Monarch Pass

Not all trails need to be difficult Jeep trails! This is a pleasant drive over a historic pass, through a large park and a bunch of forests, and into the town of Pitkin.Old Monarch Pass…
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Total Miles
50.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp

Paradise Divide

Wildlife, wildflowers and stunning scenery surround you on this relaxing trail. Camping is available. Portions of the trail are closed between March 1 and June 30 depending on seasonal conditions.
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Total Miles
25.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Gunsight Pass

This is a great Jeep trail close to Crested Butte. The actual name of the trail is Gunsight Pass, but since access to the pass is no longer allowed I renamed it. The first thing…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Slaughterhouse Gulch

This is a fun trail along the edge of Union Park before climbing through the trees. It passes an old mining cabin that is known as the Christmas Cabin. It is decorated with Christmas decorations…
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Total Miles
10.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Cameron Creek

Nice start, as the trail is sandy rolling hills that are lots of fun. Great views of Union Park. The right turn along Cameron Creek begins as rocky and then becomes more difficult. The trail…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su

Union Park

This trail is easy and relaxing the entire way. The trail starts at the Taylor Park Trading Post. Proceed over the metal bridge to the south, or in a vehicle, take the paved road, head…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Slaughter House Gulch

This is a fun trail along the edge of Union Park before climbing through the trees. It passes an old mining cabin that is known as the Christmas Cabin. It is decorated with Christmas decorations…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su

Mill Creek Road

Mill Creek Road follows Mill Creek through Upper Mill Creek Pond, Lower Mill Creek Pond, and into Powderhorn and La Garita Wilderness areas. There is a lot of fishing along Mill Creek and the ponds…
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Total Miles
14.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Lily Pond

Once you ride to Forest Hill and look around a bit, just over the ridge is the beautiful and enormous Lily Pond. The pond is beautifully set against the backdrop of the Collegiate Peaks. There…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Forest Hill Mine

This trail can begin at the Taylor Park Trading Post or off Taylor River Road. There are numerous parking areas along the road to unload your SxS, ATV or trail bike. There are several large…
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Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Alpine Plateau Road

Turning off from the main highway, there are about 8 miles of private land you have to get through before reaching BLM. At about mile 7 is a seasonal closure gate: "From December 1 to…
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Total Miles
15
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Tin Cup Lily Pond Loop

The Tin Cup Lily Pond Loop Trail continues past the picturesque Tin Cup Lily Pond and winds through the forest until it reaches the edge of Willow Creek. It leaves Willow Creek and circles back…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su

Texas Creek Woodsy Loop Trail

This trail is a nice alternative to doing an up-and-back on the rocky Texas Creek Trail. This woodsy trail winds through the forest north of Texas Creek. There are some spots to pull off to…
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Total Miles
3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su

Tin Cup Lily Pond

This is a very, short trail to a small, picturesque, serene lily pond. It has beautiful white and yellow lilies. The Tin Cup Lily Pond has a gorgeous backdrop of mountains including Cumberland Pass. It…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su

Red Buck Mine

This is a short, easy trail to see the ruins of the Red Buck Mine. It was part of the Columbine Mining Complex. There is a descriptive placard of the complex on the first cabin.…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su

Pie Plant

The road is graded for the first few miles. There are some nice camping sites along the road as you leave the Taylor Park River area and enter the trees. Driving is easy, although it…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su

Middle Blue Creek

This short, quick little trail is only 2 miles long and leads to a dead-end overlook up on the hillside. The overlook views are not the most spectacular by any means, but it's a nice…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Into the Forest We Go

The road leading up to this trail is seasonal, specifically once you reach the National Forest line - no motorized vehicles during the winter/spring months. It's an easy dirt road that climbs 1,000' in elevation,…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Alpine Tunnel

The Alpine Tunnel was once the highest railroad tunnel in the world. At an altitude of 11,523 feet, it was the first tunnel to be built through the Continental Divide. The Denver, South Park and…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Little Annie Road (CR 15G)

Little Annie Road provides a great route to the Sundeck on the top of Aspen Mountain and access to Richmond Ridge. Features spectacular views of Castle Valley and the surrounding peaks. This road is fairly…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Rat Creek Loop

Rat Creek Loop starts on the south end of Bachelor Loop. It begins as a sandy trail, and eventually reaches some fun hills to climb with small rocks. One section is curvy, with very loose…
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Total Miles
11.2
Tech Rating
3 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Little Cimarron Creek

This is an easy drive along a washboard logging road that winds through the National Forest following the Little Cimarron Creek and ends near tree line. Beautiful meadows and aspen groves line the trail. You…
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Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa