Trail Overview

The Rainbow Falls area is a perfect destination for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts and four-wheel drive adventurers, offering an extensive network of roads and trails specifically designed for vehicles 50 inches in width or less. These trails connect seamlessly with the expansive North Rampart Range OHV riding area, managed by the South Platte Ranger District. Riders can explore a variety of terrains and enjoy the freedom these trails offer.OHVs are prohibited around camping or parking areas except when riding directly to or from the trails. While exploring, remember that drinking water is not readily available, and water from streams should be treated before use. A double vault toilet is available at the Rainbow Falls Trailhead/parking area for your convenience. Dispersed camping is allowed, with vehicle parking restricted to areas immediately adjacent to system roads.The Rainbow Falls area is a shared space that welcomes all types of outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors are encouraged to be courteous and respect the natural surroundings and fellow outdoor adventurers. By adhering to trail restrictions and guidelines, everyone can enjoy the beauty and thrill of this unique experience.onX Offroad Trail Guide Review of Rainbow Falls:You'll find so much to do here that you may want to camp and stay the weekend. It is a fun area with corkscrew-high banks, tricky narrow sections, and beautiful scenery. There is a large staging area at the trailhead.

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Difficulty

Moderate. Some easy stretches, but mostly moderate. Steep and narrow with unexpected washouts possible. Not recommended for large SUVs. Side trails can be quite difficult.

Technical Rating

Sebastien Saramito

Oct 04, 2025

Open

I drove through this place with a stock JLU Rubicon and it was a real pleasure. All the tracks were passable and with amazing ease with this véhicule !

Mark D

Sep 07, 2025

Open

Andy Schmidt

Aug 12, 2025

Open

From the south rocky and can be challenging depending on which line you take. Many options in some areas. After mini Moab, gets narrower and more ideal for dirt bike or atv. North 1/2 of trail is wide like a dirt road. 2021 Bronco 35’s and used rear locker in some areas

Jack R

Jun 22, 2025

Open

S Nelson

Apr 11, 2025

Open

Some areas are fairly technical and some are like a dirt road. Rating for this trail could range from 1 to 4. Everything was dry which means lots of dust. Not too busy for a Friday.

T C

Mar 26, 2025

Open

Muddy with some ice and snow. Washouts on some rock sections have made some obstacles harder than they previously were. The deep mud ruts sections have become extremely deep on certain paths.

Ryan Seay

Mar 18, 2025

Open

Some sections of firmly packed snow/ice that could be sketchy, but overall everything was easily passable.

Trent Hollis

Feb 10, 2025

Open

Easy little icy nothing crazy very rocky. a bit wet and muddy from the snow melt. Very fun trail

T C

Feb 06, 2025

Open

Austin Fry

Feb 01, 2025

Open

This hill wasn’t mentioned anywhere. Had to be close to 100 foot tall and very steep. Ended up turning around at the bottom.

Kevin F

Dec 26, 2024

Open

Much of the trail was a 3 or 4 but with some good rocks, loose and fixed to climb or stair steps. There was one section that was more of a 5 or 6 level. Only had time for first 1/3rd of the trail before sundown. some mud and ruts. Most snow was gone.

Nikolay Sarychev

Dec 21, 2024

Open

Trail is in great shape. One descent is in the shade and is super slick, other than that not too much ice and a whole lot of fun.

Caleb Workman

Dec 20, 2024

Open

Pretty dry spots of snow and puddles

Terry Smith

Nov 20, 2024

Open

Some snow, deep in places and slick in others but lots of fun. Be sure you have lockers.

Kevin Frier

Nov 16, 2024

Open

the road is very passable. There was deep snow, we left on the day of the big storm. we went to mini moab. we were sliding everywhere, The rocks are slippery. it was a good day!