Deadman Road

Trail Overview

This major county road grants access to numerous OHV trails in the Red Feather Lakes area. Camp and take some time to explore all of the activities available. There are designated portions for unlicensed vehicles. Road is closed from December 1 to June 14.

Difficulty

Easy. Wide, dusty and rocky in places, but generally traffic moves swiftly. Intermittent road damage is very common until the road dries out, usually by midsummer.

History

Red Feather Lakes: A post office was first established in 1896 at what was then called the Perry Ranch. The area was first called Westlake, but later became Red Feather Lakes. Businessmen decided to develop the area in the early 1900s. Ditches and dams were built to create many of the lakes. In 1923, an association was established to develop what has become an outstanding recreation area. About 500 people live here year-round.