21 Road

Total Miles 2.6
Technical Rating
8 Difficult
Best Time Spring, Fall
Trail Type High-Clearance 4x4 Trail
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Trail Overview

21 Road is a famous favorite, but only for the most experienced riders. The trail starts out in a wash with cool alcoves and extreme obstacles. Travel is recommended one way: drive the trail up and take the main road back. To avoid the most extreme obstacles, take the main road to the first alcove. Large staging area available and allows dry camping. Obey all signs, private property, and Toad Habitat. All OHVs require a permit, even those with a license plate. This trail is open all year.

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Difficulty

Difficult. Many challenges with optional lines to increase difficulty. The extreme part begins after Wpt. 04. If you drive the entire route, expect mechanical breakdowns and vehicle damage. Stay out of canyon if raining.

History

Also known as the '21 Toad Road,' the trail was deemed a prime habitat for the Great Basin spadefoot toad and was set to be closed. The Grand Mesa Jeep Club worked tirelessly with the BLM to help protect the toad poplulation and has managed to keep the trail open. This cooperation led to receiving a grant from the BFGoodrich Tires Outstanding Trails Program.

Technical Rating

8

Status Reports

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Josh Stewart
May 17, 2025
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At this point in the photo, there is a steep rocky dip that my rig couldn’t take without damage. Turn around point.
Steve Holland
Sep 15, 2024
Open
Great trail. lots of killer obstacles.
Zack Snow
Apr 20, 2024
Open
Great Trail, suggest big tires(38+) last couple of obstacles are really the test, unless you are running a small rig that can fit into the “bypass”. Expect body damage

21 Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance

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