Dirt Bike Trails
Near Valmont, Colorado

Magnolia Road East accesses the Aspen Meadows residential area but allows you to avoid the heavy traffic of Boulder Canyon. This is a smooth dirt road any vehicle can navigate, and it has beautiful scenery. It is a double-track road with many driveways, so watch your speed.
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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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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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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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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 that might rub a lower clearance vehicle. This is a common area for people living the van life to stay, so it can be ...
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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 SUV with decent clearance to cross some deep ruts and off-camber sections. It's a fairly calm trail, but there are still sno...
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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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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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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 some trailside sites along the way. Trail is open from June 15 to October 15.
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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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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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Switzerland Trail is a long and rough offroad route that offers a mix of rocky sections, washouts, and potholes throughout its length. The back half of the trail transitions into a shelf road, with banked curves and offset potholes requiring careful navigation at slower speeds. This trail is best su...
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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 nearby Bunce School Road. Cave Creek is full of plenty of uneven ruts and steep inclines to stretch the legs of your rig. A...
Learn more about Cave Creek 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 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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Ironclads is a challenging out-and-back loop branching off Bunce School Road Trail. It features loose rock climbs and descents, tight off-camber turns, boulder fields, and a couple of steep ledges. Scenic views are limited, but your attention will be focused on navigating the trail's numerous obstac...
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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 others pass. Open June 15 to November 15.
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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 on the lollipop loop section, where both front and rear lockers were used and I scraped skid plates with 35" tires...
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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.
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

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

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 that might rub a lower clearance vehicle. This is a common area for people living the van life to stay, so it can be ...
Learn more about Peewink

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

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

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 that might rub a lower clearance vehicle. This is a common area for people living the van life to stay, so it can be ...
Learn more about Peewink