Dirt Bike Trails
Near Boulder, Colorado

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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County Road 68J is a trail best run west to east, starting just past the Forsyth Canyon Trailhead. It is a 2.5-mile trail that contains lots of large embedded rocks, deep off-camber wash-outs, and drop-downs. In the Spring and Early Fall, there can be large mud holes. It is best driven in a high-cle...
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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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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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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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The trail begins near the end of the Gold Lake Trail on the south side. It consists primarily of dirt and gravel with some short rocky sections along the way. Sections of the trail can become muddy after rain or snow melt. Most of the trail is in forested terrain. Many sections along the trail are n...
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This in-and-out trail can be accessed from the Gold Hill side of the Switzerland Trail - North. It offers two paths: one easy and one more challenging. The more difficult route features large rocks and boulders, contributing to its overall difficulty. At the top of the trail, you'll find a stone cir...
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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 upper portion of the trail goes through a small residential area. It is open all year. Check weather first.
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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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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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The Switzerland Trail is a historic, scenic offroad route perfect for scenic drivers and intermediate offroaders looking for a rugged, high-country drive with stunning alpine views. Spanning approximately 14 miles through the Boulder County mountains, this unpaved route follows a historic narrow-gau...
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Headache Road is an out-and-back trail that runs off of the east side of Miller Rock Road trail. Contrary to the name it shouldn't cause too many headaches. The trail primarily consists of dirt and gravel with a few rocks to crawl over. It is mostly forested with some areas of tight trees that could...
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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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Middle St. Vrain and Coney Flats is a challenging 10.8-mile point-to-point off-road route near Peaceful Valley, Colorado climbing from 8,705 feet to 9,871 feet. The trail features continuous rocky terrain, steep climbs, and off-camber sections requiring high-clearance 4x4 vehicles with at least 33-i...
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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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Miller Rock Road is an out-and-back trail that starts off of the south side of Riverside Driveuns along Middle Street Vrain Creek. The trail primarily consists of dirt and gravel with many rocks and boulders to crawl over. It is mostly forested, with some areas of tight trees that could be tricky fo...
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Cave Creek Road (USFS Road 217) is a short but engaging 0.9-mile climb in the Roosevelt National Forest, perfect for moderately experienced offroaders seeking a quick challenge with scenic overlooks. Starting from the Peak to Peak Highway near Raymond, the route wastes no time, immediately throwing ...
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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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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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The T-33 Crash Site trail is an intense, technical four-wheel-drive route designed for highly experienced drivers looking to test their vehicle's articulation and clearance while exploring a piece of military aviation history in Colorado's Roosevelt National Forest. Starting near Peaceful Valley, th...
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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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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...
Learn more about Switzerland Trail - North

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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This in-and-out trail can be accessed from the Gold Hill side of the Switzerland Trail - North. It offers two paths: one easy and one more challenging. The more difficult route features large rocks and boulders, contributing to its overall difficulty. At the top of the trail, you'll find a stone cir...
Learn more about Knobb Hill

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.
Learn more about Gross Reservoir

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...
Learn more about Switzerland Trail - North

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...
Learn more about Peewink

This in-and-out trail can be accessed from the Gold Hill side of the Switzerland Trail - North. It offers two paths: one easy and one more challenging. The more difficult route features large rocks and boulders, contributing to its overall difficulty. At the top of the trail, you'll find a stone cir...
Learn more about Knobb Hill