This is a short drive over a well-maintained gravel road to Zapata Falls which are really cool to hike to and enjoy. The falls have about a 30' drop, but the section you walk to… Learn more about Zapata Falls
Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Medano Pass
Great campsites are available along this beautiful trail, as well as the Pinon Flats Campground. There are phenomenal seasonal colors to be seen, especially in the fall. You'll need to pay a fee when entering… Learn more about Medano Pass
Total Miles
19
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Blanca Peak
This is one of the best, most extreme trails in Colorado. You'll love the combination of scenery and seriously challenging obstacles. Take your camping gear and fishing pole and stay the night at Lake Como. Learn more about Blanca Peak
Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
8
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Hermit Pass
This is a long, slow ascent full of switchbacks and beautiful views once you get above the timberline. The Middle Taylor Creek Campground is a great place to camp, and there are some fantastic fishing… Learn more about Hermit Pass
Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
4
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Old Dry Drainage
This road can be muddy when wet with water puddles. It has beautiful views of the big open desert, and there are some pretty cool rocks. There seems to be no camping. It's a dirt… Learn more about Old Dry Drainage
Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Barrel Springs
This road can be muddy when wet with water puddles. It has beautiful views of the big open valley desert, and really cool rocks. There seems to be no camping. Dirt or rocky road, typically… Learn more about Barrel Springs
Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Alvarado Road - CR 140
Located just outside the town of Westcliffe, Colorado, this overland-style trail offers spectacular views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. Alvarado Road- CR 140 is a maintained, dirt and rock trail that offers access… Learn more about Alvarado Road - CR 140
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Natural Arch
This road is a connecting road to many other roads. It will get you to hikes, camping spots, and fun areas. There is no camping along this road; it does go through private property as… Learn more about Natural Arch
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
East Butte
Beautiful road with amazing views. This road can be muddy when wet and has some water puddles. There is no camping, but it is a quick, simple, enjoyable road to take a drive on. Dirt… Learn more about East Butte
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
La Garita
This road can be muddy when wet, with water puddles, it has beautiful views, there seems to be no camping. If you get to a deep stream crossing, stop and turn around - this is… Learn more about La Garita
Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Canada Ancha
This road can be muddy when wet with water puddles. It has beautiful views, but there seems to be no camping. This is a very busy area for dirt bikes and SxSs. Dirt or rocky… Learn more about Canada Ancha
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
La Ventana
Beautiful road with amazing views. It can be muddy when wet, with water puddles. There isn't much for camping, maybe a spot or two, but it is a quick, simple, enjoyable road to take a… Learn more about La Ventana
Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Cloverdale Mine
The road to Cloverdale Mine is a fun-filled drive with gorgeous, Rocky Mountain views, a glimpse of the rich mining history of Westcliffe, CO and a couple small spots that will require some technical driving… Learn more about Cloverdale Mine
Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Indiana Head
This road can be muddy when wet, with water puddles. It has beautiful views of the open valley desert and some really cool rocks. There seems to be no camping. The road ends abruptly, and… Learn more about Indiana Head
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Hayden Pass
This is a fun trail that starts climbing the north face at the Forest Service campground. The area is in recovery from a fire, and some wildflowers are beginning to grow back. If you want… Learn more about Hayden Pass
Total Miles
15.3
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Fullerton Park
Beautiful road with amazing views to enjoy. There isn't much for camping, maybe a spot or two. There are a lot of downed trees, so you may have to turn around or carry a chainsaw.… Learn more about Fullerton Park
Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Carnero
You will enjoy this road with its amazing views, and access to other roads. There are a few spots that look like they would be good for camping. The road can be muddy when wet,… Learn more about Carnero
Total Miles
16
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Silver Mountain Trail
This trail has it all: epic views and rocky challenges. Silver Mountain is a super-long trail in the Rio Grande National Forest south of South Fork, Colorado. It climbs up over a mountain range through… Learn more about Silver Mountain Trail
Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Old Woman Creek
This road has beautiful views! It can be muddy and have water puddles when wet. There is no camping along this road. It is steep in areas and also has some meadows where the mud… Learn more about Old Woman Creek
Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Hot Creek Trail
The Hot Creek Trail in the Rio Grande National Forest starts out in terrain with more of a desert feel with red slab-style rock. It gets into the pine trees and turns into a fast… Learn more about Hot Creek Trail
Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Big Springs
You will enjoy this road with its pretty views. There are a bunch of camping spots, enough space for a large group at some. There is a bathroom and picnic area at the end of… Learn more about Big Springs
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Lake Mountain
This road can be muddy when wet with water puddles. There is a stream that runs in the road and it is rocky at times. It has beautiful views and water crossings less than a… Learn more about Lake Mountain
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Schrader Creek
This road is closed to motorized vehicles late winter through early spring to provide big game security and protect the road from damage. Starting as a simple dirt trail, the first three to four miles… Learn more about Schrader Creek
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Cave Creek
Beautiful road with amazing views to enjoy. There isn't much for camping, maybe a spot or two. The road can be tight in spots, and it will be muddy when wet, with some water puddles.… Learn more about Cave Creek
Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Bennett Creek 2
This 2.4-mile section of the trail has not been maintained and is extensively damaged in places--advanced rating due to this. One section seemed impassable to ATVs, and a dirt bike single-track by-pass was created around… Learn more about Bennett Creek 2
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Deer Creek
Beautiful road with amazing views to enjoy. There isn't much for camping, maybe a spot or two. There are a lot of gates on this road for cattle; please return the gates how you found… Learn more about Deer Creek
Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Pinon
Beautiful road with amazing views of big open valleys. There is no camping on this road. The road can be muddy when wet and is not winter maintained. The road is a dead end. Dirt… Learn more about Pinon
Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Countryside Tour
A very easy tour taking you through the non-alpine area southeast of Buena Vista. This is a good chance to see what the backcountry looks like east of the Collegiate Range. You will pass through… Learn more about Countryside Tour
Total Miles
111.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Bonanza Highlights
Bonanza has a rich history of mining beginning in 1880 and lasting until the 1930s. Many structures still remain.Rich silver ore was discovered in the mountains north of Saguache and west of Villa Grove in… Learn more about Bonanza Highlights
Total Miles
17
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Upper South Park
This road can be muddy when wet with water puddles. It has beautiful views and there is a bunch of wildlife and amazing meadows. There seems to be no camping. The road becomes hard to… Learn more about Upper South Park
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
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