Dirt Bike Trails
Near New Castle, Colorado

A large parking area at the trailhead can accommodate up to 30 vehicles or trailers. The trail begins with 8–10-inch ruts and is heavily washed out just feet from the entrance. At 0.1 miles, there is a campsite for up to three vehicles with level ground, a fire ring, and valley views. Additional cam...
Learn more about West Elk Ridge South

This is the more challenging second half of W. Elk Ridge Rd., leading to a small campsite at the end. The trail is narrow, heavily overgrown, and mostly dirt that can become extremely difficult when wet. Ruts begin at 5–6 inches and increase to 14 inches around 1 mile in, with washouts creating off-...
Learn more about West Elk Ridge North

This route winds through beautiful wildflower-filled meadows, passes a small pond rich with wildlife activity, and ends at a secluded campsite tucked away from the more heavily used areas. Animal tracks and other signs are common throughout the route, adding to the sense of remoteness and natural be...
Learn more about No Name Spur

The trail is rocky and can be muddy in places after wet weather. The trail travels through open meadows and some areas of forest with some nice views. Would not recommend this trail for someone who does not have a modified vehicle as there is a rock obstacle near the junction of the Adams Lake trail...
Learn more about Burnt Mountain Road - FR651

This route branches off the main Clinetop Road and leads to a secluded campsite tucked among the trees, offering a quieter alternative to the area's more popular camping spots. Along the way, the trail passes through beautiful meadows filled with seasonal wildflowers, adding to the scenic appeal of ...
Learn more about Buttermilk Road

Riders can start from the top or bottom of this trail, but OHVs and dirt bikes may want to start at the bottom where there's a staging area and fun spur trails to ride. Camping options at the top with beautiful vistas at Windy Point. Open end of May to mid-November.
Learn more about Transfer Trail

This route connects Clinetop Road with Burnt Mountain Road, providing an easier alternative for reaching the latter trail. Along the way, travelers are treated to beautiful views of sweeping mountain meadows as the road weaves in and out of the treeline. While there are no significant obstacles or t...
Learn more about Cattle Guard Road

This route takes you into the White River Plateau area near Rifle Gap State Park. It is a steep, rocky climb with boulders and ledges. Most of the route is narrow but has spots that widen out. This is on BLM land and has several camping spots along the way. At the top, there is a great view of Rifle...
Learn more about Rifle East

This is an out-and-back route that leads you to an overlook on the east side. It is a dirt road with rocky and rutted areas. On the east end of the route is a bigger turnaround area. Do not try to take the trails going left or right; there are dead ends with no place to turn around, and it can be ve...
Learn more about Cedar Mountain East

Rifle West is a much more difficult route than the others connected to it. It has tight turns, is very rocky, and has a few dry creek beds to cross. A few steep, rocky climbs near the top have loose rocks and pass through narrow sections of trees. 4WD and low range are needed. The route was complet...
Learn more about Rifle West

This one-way-in, one-way-out trail consists of dirt, mud, and rocks, with 10–12-inch ruts and mud holes immediately from the start. The trail is one-vehicle-wide but has enough clearance to avoid significant pinstriping. The route is very scenic, traveling through dense forest and aspen trees. At th...
Learn more about Homestead Road

This scenic trail consists of dirt, gravel, ruts, and mud holes. At 0.1 miles, there is a private campsite for up to six vehicles with level ground, forest views, and wildflowers. Around 1.4 miles, the trail runs along a cliffside with beautiful views, so use caution. The trail ends at a gate leadin...
Learn more about Ogden Place Road - FS 820

This is part of the Transfer Trail, which is a rocky dirt road that will connect you to white Owl and Coffee Pot Trails. A high-clearance vehicle is needed due to the size of rocks and ruts. You will see open meadows, aspens, and wildflowers. The route was easily driven with a stock Jeep Rubicon; j...
Learn more about Transfer Trail Connect

This route climbs from Rifle Mountain Park into the broader White River Plateau, providing easy access to a vast network of roads and trails throughout the area. Numerous dispersed campsites can be found along the route, making it an excellent choice for those looking to establish a base camp while ...
Learn more about Coulter Mesa Road

Cedar Mountain West is rocky and narrow, leading you down towards Rifle East Trail. There are dirt portions of the trail that can be muddy after rain. Along this route, there are great views of the area as well as dispersed camping spots. Most stock 4WD vehicles will have no issues with this route.
Learn more about Cedar Mountain West

This trail takes you deeper into the Flat Tops up near Heart Lake. It is mostly a dirt/gravel road with rocks and ruts in the area. On the north end, there is a harder, steep section, but there is a bypass to the left. You will need to have a high-clearance vehicle. You will see meadows, flowers, as...
Learn more about Transfer Trail North

This is an out-and-back route that takes you to Blue Lake. Rain will make the drive harder due to a water crossing towards the end. There is a small stream, but the water depth varies and was about a foot deep at the time. It is in an open meadow area with lots to see and dispersed camping where per...
Learn more about Blue Lake Trail

Rifle Loop is at the top of the White Mountain Plateau area. The south portion of the route is easy with few rocky areas and steeper on the east side. The north portion has a narrow off-camber section that is rocky but easy overall. You will have 360-degree views of the surrounding area, and it is w...
Learn more about Rifle Loop

This is part of a designated OHV area often called Hubbard Mesa or JQS nestled below the Roan Plateau and north of the town of Rifle. Rifle rides most of the year save for heavy rains and snow that turn the adobe clay into mud. Summers are pretty warm so early morning/late evenings are ideal. Loop 3...
Learn more about Loop 3

This route climbs from the Elk Lakes area through a challenging and diverse range of terrain, including a shallow water crossing, muddy hill climbs, rocky and deeply rutted sections, slickrock, and a major rock obstacle featuring ledges approaching two feet in height. The trail demands careful line ...
Learn more about Burnt Ridge Road

A large parking area at the trailhead can accommodate up to 30 vehicles or trailers. The trail begins with 8–10-inch ruts and is heavily washed out just feet from the entrance. At 0.1 miles, there is a campsite for up to three vehicles with level ground, a fire ring, and valley views. Additional cam...
Learn more about West Elk Ridge South

This is the more challenging second half of W. Elk Ridge Rd., leading to a small campsite at the end. The trail is narrow, heavily overgrown, and mostly dirt that can become extremely difficult when wet. Ruts begin at 5–6 inches and increase to 14 inches around 1 mile in, with washouts creating off-...
Learn more about West Elk Ridge North

This route winds through beautiful wildflower-filled meadows, passes a small pond rich with wildlife activity, and ends at a secluded campsite tucked away from the more heavily used areas. Animal tracks and other signs are common throughout the route, adding to the sense of remoteness and natural be...
Learn more about No Name Spur

The trail is rocky and can be muddy in places after wet weather. The trail travels through open meadows and some areas of forest with some nice views. Would not recommend this trail for someone who does not have a modified vehicle as there is a rock obstacle near the junction of the Adams Lake trail...
Learn more about Burnt Mountain Road - FR651

A large parking area at the trailhead can accommodate up to 30 vehicles or trailers. The trail begins with 8–10-inch ruts and is heavily washed out just feet from the entrance. At 0.1 miles, there is a campsite for up to three vehicles with level ground, a fire ring, and valley views. Additional cam...
Learn more about West Elk Ridge South

This is the more challenging second half of W. Elk Ridge Rd., leading to a small campsite at the end. The trail is narrow, heavily overgrown, and mostly dirt that can become extremely difficult when wet. Ruts begin at 5–6 inches and increase to 14 inches around 1 mile in, with washouts creating off-...
Learn more about West Elk Ridge North

This route winds through beautiful wildflower-filled meadows, passes a small pond rich with wildlife activity, and ends at a secluded campsite tucked away from the more heavily used areas. Animal tracks and other signs are common throughout the route, adding to the sense of remoteness and natural be...
Learn more about No Name Spur

The trail is rocky and can be muddy in places after wet weather. The trail travels through open meadows and some areas of forest with some nice views. Would not recommend this trail for someone who does not have a modified vehicle as there is a rock obstacle near the junction of the Adams Lake trail...
Learn more about Burnt Mountain Road - FR651