Trail Overview
Die Trying is an extreme, short rock crawling trail near Montrose, Colorado, designed specifically for highly modified four-wheel-drive vehicles, built buggies, and high-performance SxSs seeking an intense technical challenge. Spanning just over 0.8 miles, this trail wastes no time, immediately testing drivers with an array of massive boulders, intimidating ledges, and deep notches right from the start. As the route progresses, the obstacle field transitions into slightly smaller rocks but introduces tight, off-camber turns that demand precise tire placement and excellent spotter communication.
With a technical rating of 8, this route climbs roughly 450 feet from a starting elevation of 6,345 feet to its peak at 6,798 feet, culminating in a steep, loose, and incredibly rough climb out of the canyon. Near the end of this climb, drivers face a critical decision at a trail split where taking the original exit to the right offers a challenging finish, while opting for the newer exit to the left provides an even more punishing, high-difficulty crawl. To successfully navigate this rocky canyon wash, vehicles must be equipped with front and rear locking differentials, high clearance, robust body armor, and a winch, before connecting with the two-track trail at the top to complete the loop back to Rim Road.
Access Description
This trail is on public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). There are no access fees, but vehicles must have valid state OHV registrations. Due to the extreme difficulty, only highly modified four-wheel-drive vehicles and built SxSs with at least 37-inch tires, front and rear locking differentials, skid plates, body armor, and winches should attempt this route.
