Dirt Bike Trails Near Berthoud, Colorado

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Storm Mountain, Bear Gulch

**Currently closed due to rock/mud slide from fire** Check out the side roads, and enjoy some fun terrain on this trail in the Roosevelt National Forest. There is a fun little loop off the east…
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Total Miles
10.8
Tech Rating
5 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Johnny Park Road

Most of this trail will follow a high ridge with amazing views. Start on the east end for the best camping and easy access to the trail. Unlicensed vehicles are permitted, and this is a…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
5 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Moody Hill

Start out with a nice rugged climb and enjoy the trees, meadows, and beautiful views. There is a lot of camping available, so pick your spot and have fun exploring all the terrain. Open June…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Bunce School Road

Bunce School Road is a moderate trail that can run with high clearance 4x4 vehicles. Most of the trail is mild and can be done in 2wd with 32" tires. There are some sections, especially…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Cave Creek Road

Only 5 seconds into the trail and you will find yourself on uneven roads and a steep incline. It begins on USFS Road 217 and continues all the way up until it connects with the…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Pierson Park Road

Both sides are open. The southern side is fun for ATVs and UTVs. It is somewhat flat, with camping available along the route. You'll be in the trees for the most part, but check out…
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Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Rifle Road

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…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Gold Lake Trail

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…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Switzerland North

This trail is basically the more difficult portion of The Switzerland Trail. The easier section of the trail basically dead ends, at which point you take a left up a very steep, very rocky hill.…
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Total Miles
11
Tech Rating
8 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Gross Reservoir

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…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Switzerland Trail

This historic trail was once the site of a railway line connecting a series of bustling mining towns. With spectacular views of the front range hills, the name "Switzerland Trail" was intended to attract tourists,…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Magnolia Road East

This is a smooth, dirt road any vehicle can access. The road accesses the Aspen Meadows residential area, but will allow you to avoid the heavy traffic of Boulder Canyon and has beautiful scenery. This…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Chipmunk Gulch

Starting on Country Road 100, you'll head east onto the dirt path. You will then turn onto USFS Road 376. Once you are on the trail, it is pretty calm but you'll still need an…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Peewink

Enjoy this simple trail that leads to some pretty camp spots. If you're lucky, you might even be able to see a moose! Most vehicles can do this road, although it does have some spots…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Middle St. Vrain, Coney Flats

The difficult portion of this trail is a rugged, deep water crossing. It can be dangerous and too deep to cross in the spring. There is good camping at Camp Dick Campground as well as…
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Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
6 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

T-33 Crash Site

This trail takes you to plane wreckage and will challenge the most experienced of drivers. It will also test your rig's clearance and articulation. There are a few spots you can pull over to let…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Ballard Road

Cool terrain, fun side roads and beautiful views treat you on this trail inside Roosevelt National Forest. It is open all year, so get your rig ready, grab your friends and head up for a…
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Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
5 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Pennsylvania Gulch

Go from Sunset, CO to Highway 72 on this fun route. If you want to make a loop, use the first portion of the Switzerland Trail. This will also offer a bit more challenge. The…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Rock Creek

This trail begins in Allenspark and heads up a ridge into the wilderness. The scenery is lush and beautiful, but views are blocked by trees. Camping is available along the trail and at the top.…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
5 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Gordon Gulch

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…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Greer Road

There are limited views on this trail due to the thick trees, but you'll have a great time exploring side roads. This is a really good area for ATVs and UTVs. Camp and unload on…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Left Hand Reservoir

The trail to Left Hand Reservoir is a nice out and back trail that leads to a good reservoir for fishing. A great trail to be surrounded by trees, mountains, and some good friends. It…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

West Magnolia

Kids will love this small area with intersecting forest roads and camping. To camp, enter at the north end. No dirt bikes allowed on this trail. Open May 15 to November 30.
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Kelly Flats

Head straight uphill from out of the Cache La Poudre River Valley and wind across a a ridge high above the Mummy Range. Two well-known obstacles, The Chutes and Heart Attack Hill. Both have bypasses,…
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Total Miles
10
Tech Rating
9 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Caribou 4WD Route

This trail borders Indian Peaks Wilderness and offers fun terrain as it passes by the old Caribou Townsite. You will get a beautiful view of Eldora Ski area. There is camping available, but only in…
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Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Moon & Gamble Gulches

This is a secluded trail that loops over to Dakota Hill. There is a quick, easy side trip to a old shaft house that's in great condition. It can be confusing to navigate the unmarked…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa

Michigan Hill

The Michigan Hill trail starts from the pickle gulch campground. This trail is a relatively easy trail for most off-road vehicles, although there are some narrow points on the trail. This trail winds through mining…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Pickle Gulch

This secluded trail is surrounded by private property. Bring a GPS and use directions so you don't get lost. This is a fun area for unlicensed vehicles, and is open all year. For a longer…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa

Rollins Pass East

You'll find two lakes, breathtaking views and a fun hike on this old railroad route. Needle's Eye Tunnel is just a short hike from the trail. Park and camp south of the trailhead. There are…
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Total Miles
12.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa

Apex Road

There is a lot of history along this easy, backcountry drive. You'll have the chance to explore four old cemeteries, as with as several historic structures in Apex, an old mining camp and ghost town.…
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Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa