Balanced Rock Road

Total Miles
7.6

Elevation

2,858.88 ft

Duration

2.5 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

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Balanced Rock Road 5

Trail Overview

There is some good camping along this trail that takes you to upper Palmer Lake Reservoir. Unlicensed vehicles aren't permitted on the main routes, and there are very few side roads to explore. The top part of this trail is relatively easy, but as you drop down it becomes quite a bit more challenging.

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Balanced Rock Road
Balanced Rock Road

Difficulty

Moderate. Upper part is easy, but lower end is steeper with large ruts and undulations. Suitable for aggressive high-clearance SUVs with good articulation and/or lockers. Keep in mind it will be harder driving back up.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Christian Brown
Jul 12, 2024
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
Open
Normal
Dusty
Washboard
The difficult undulating part towards the end of the trail seems to have been filled in. Lots of loose sandy rock, minor obstacles, but in no way is this a 4 at this point. Got to the bottom with zero pucker.
Kurt Reinert
Jul 02, 2024
4x4
Open
Nice and easy ride down and back without any clesrance issues height or width wise in a JK (35s) and JT (37s). Beautiful views at the end with some kickass rock formations along the way!
Dillon Weigel
Jun 22, 2024
2015 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Dusty
The first 2/3 of the trail is very easy. Dry and dusty with loose gravel, one or two rocks where low clearance might struggle. The last 1/3rd of the way to the lake you will find yourself on the binders often, and it gets narrow with a couple switchbacks but nothing particularly challenging. Please pack out your targets and shells!
Ben Conkling
Jun 18, 2024
2017 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Dusty

Access Description

Follow directions for Mt. Herman Road, Trail #91. Turn right when you reach Rampart Range Road 300 at end of Mt. Herman Road. Head north (right) 1 mile to Balanced Rock Road 322 on right.

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