Chalk Mountain

Total Miles3.2
Technical Rating
4Moderate
Best TimeSummer, Fall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Chalk Mountain trail photo

Trail Overview

Breathe in the high mountain air on this short but fun ride that starts above 10,000 feet. The top is a flat tundra above the treeline, great for picnics and taking pictures. Please always stay on the designated trail. No road closures, but expect snow through early summer and starting early fall.

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Difficulty

Moderate. Narrow and steep with intermittent loose, rocky sections. One spot with rock ledges. Chewed-up spots will likely get worse. High ground clearance and 4-wheel drive required.

Technical Rating

4

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Luca Rasche
Jun 12, 2026
2021 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Dusty
Short trail with nice view at the top, and no snow or mud
Jack Carusa
Jun 04, 2026
2020 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Dusty
Beautiful and easy
Luke Mouchantat
May 28, 2026
Open
Normal
stock 2nd gen tacoma, no troubles very pretty
Joe H
Jun 08, 2025
2023 Toyota Tacoma
Obstructed
Deep Snow
snow drifts started near treeline
Bluebird Bliss
Nov 26, 2024
Temporarily Closed
Closed Gate
Trail closed, too much snow.
Bill Smith
Aug 23, 2024
Open
Normal
Easy trail the only obstacle is a small ledge midway. Mostly dry and smooth. Great views from top above tree line of surrounding mountains and Climax mining operation.
Michael Hines
Jun 29, 2024
Open
NormalDusty
Miguel S
Jun 02, 2024
Obstructed
Broken Down VehicleDeep Snow
about 1/3rd of the way up a Rubicon was diagonal across part of the trail and there was decent mud/snow making it difficult to proceed. i was alone, so I turned around
Brent H
Sep 26, 2023
Open
Normal
Jerry Lepore
Jun 25, 2023
2019 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal

Chalk Mountain Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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