Packer Gulch

Total Miles 8.2
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Packer Gulch is an out-and-back trail that begins just west of Tarryall Reservoir. The trail starts through open meadows with some dispersed camping areas that are suitable for a vehicle pulling a camper to navigate around and park comfortably. The trail starts double-wide with enough room for vehicles to pass. Do not take trailers past the T-junction between West Packer and Packer Gulch. Packer Gulch quickly becomes heavily wooded/single-lane as the trail ascends the mountain. Short-wheelbase vehicles will have no issues navigating the switchbacks. Long trucks will need to complete 3-point turns. Once at the trail end, there is plenty of room for around 8 vehicles, along with 2 dispersed campsites. There is a great overnight camp spot at the top of the trail. The area is great for OHV/ATV day riding with lots of adjacent trails to explore, including time spent at Tarryall Reservoir fishing or boating. It's great in the wintertime for snowmobiles.

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Difficulty

The difficulty is based on the tight switchbacks with some rocks up to 12 inches in height.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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mike B
Jun 21, 2025
Open
Easy trail with some rough spots and large rocks. There was a large tree across the road about a mile from the top. It will take a chainsaw to remove and open the road.
Curt Greeley
May 31, 2025
Open
Overall easy trail. Mostly just bumps, whoops, and ruts. Dusty trail with lots of ATVs, SxS, and dirtbikes. Some okay camp spots, especially as you get deeper into the trail.
Walter lion
May 31, 2025
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Reed Ramey
Oct 13, 2024
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Joshua Bartels
Apr 24, 2024
Open
Deep snow after the 3rd switchback, impassable.
Bob K.
Apr 16, 2023
Open

Packer Gulch Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

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