Mesa Chijuilla

Trail Overview

This narrow route loops around Mesa Chijuilla the second of five mesas composing the San Juan Basin Badlands. Mesa Chijuilla is about 5 miles long and has brilliantly colored orange and red boulders, hoodoos and white-shale mesa walls capped by thick sandstone. There are a few places to pull off along this route to see the rocks colors up closer.

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Difficulty

The road is rutted with a steep arroyo to navigate. This trail is great for intermediate riders.

Technical Rating

Mesa Chijuilla can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike