Off-Road Trails in Colorado

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Learn more about Cement Mountain
Cement Mountain

Cement Mountain

Cement Mountain Trail is a 7-mile single-track in the Gunnison National Forest near Crested Butte, Colorado. It starts on the north end of Deadman Gulch, then continues south towards Roaring Judy Road. It starts out…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Chalk Mountain
Chalk Mountain

Chalk Mountain

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…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Champion Mine Trail
Champion Mine Trail

Champion Mine Trail

This trail begins at the ending point of the Halfmoon Gulch Trail and continues up to Champion Mine. Champion Mill (alt. 11,600 feet) is the large mill structure near the beginning of this trail. The…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Chatauqua Mine Road
Chatauqua Mine Road

Chatauqua Mine Road

Another short spur to an interesting mine site off Deer Creek Road. Unfortunately, the building has collapsed but the truck which is the main attraction is still clearly rolled off the edge of the road.…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Chattanooga Trail
Chattanooga Trail

Chattanooga Trail

This road will lead to the trailhead for the Columbine Lake hike. Vehicles are often parked on the shoulder, so use caution. The beginning of the Northern part of the trail will have you crossing…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chicago Tunnel Trail
Chicago Tunnel Trail

Chicago Tunnel Trail

This steep, loose, rutted, and often off-camber trail with tight switchbacks that climbs up to the Chicago Tunnel Mine--is not recommended for novice or inexperienced drivers. This out-and-back trail has one turnaround at the top.…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chicken Creek Road
Chicken Creek Road

Chicken Creek Road

Rocky road in some spots, nothing to difficult though, easily done with a high clearance rig, muddy when wet. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You may encounter shallow water crossings…
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Total Miles
8.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chicken Creek Trail
Chicken Creek Trail

Chicken Creek Trail

Chicken Creek is a fun trail that goes through beautiful aspen groves in the San Juan National Forest near Mancos, Colorado. The trail is a decent width with gradual curves and gradual switchbacks, making it…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Chicken Park - FS 181
Chicken Park - FS 181

Chicken Park - FS 181

This scenic trail is the main route through the Chicken Park trail system. The trail passes through a mix of pine and aspen forest within open meadows and rock formations. Some rock formations are 100's…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chicken Park Traverse
Chicken Park Traverse

Chicken Park Traverse

This scenic county trail route follows Larimer County Roads 82E, 67J, and 73C, providing access to the Chicken Park trail system and a few additional spur trails. The eastern side of the trail primarily passes…
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Total Miles
21.9
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Chihuahua Gulch
Chihuahua Gulch

Chihuahua Gulch

Grays and Torreys peaks tower above this short trail at 14,000 feet. Hikers often use the road to reach the trailhead. Stay on the trail and be considerate. Trail is closed from November 23 to…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
5Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chillax
Chillax

Chillax

Chillax starts at the end of the Loma de San Jose trail and heads west for almost 2 miles until it connects with Valley View. It starts out as a wider track, more like a…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Chimney Rock Road (West Carter Mountain)
Chimney Rock Road (West Carter Mountain)

Chimney Rock Road (West Carter Mountain)

Chimney Rock is a gravel/dirt road that leads to the West Carter Mountain area and a state Game Reserve of the same name. There are unmapped ATV-only roads in the game reserve as well. A…
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Total Miles
10.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about China Wall
China Wall

China Wall

This is a 3 mi out and back with several challenging obstacles. China Wall Trail is closed seasonally from Jan 1st - June 15th. Camping is not allowed on this trail but there are designated…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Chinns Lake
Chinns Lake

Chinns Lake

Chinns Lake is located in a beautiful narrow valley. Unlicensed vehicles are permitted, but there isn't a staging area. The trail starts out broad, passing through a residential area, but quickly narrows to become a…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chinook Road
Chinook Road

Chinook Road

Vehicle Requirements: High clearance 4WD with low-range capability is essential. Lockers are strongly recommended for boulder navigation. Minimum 33" tires advised. Critical Warnings: Single-lane only with extremely limited passing opportunities. No turnaround spots when approaching…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chipmunk Gulch
Chipmunk Gulch

Chipmunk Gulch

Starting on Country Road 100, you'll head east onto the dirt path. You will then turn onto USFS Road 376. Once you are on the trail, it is pretty calm but you'll still need an…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chris Mountain
Chris Mountain

Chris Mountain

The east end of this trail starts on Turkey Springs Road, and it switchbacks up towards Chris Mountain Road. The trail is a tight two-track between scraggly gambel oak branches and pine trees. Although the…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Chubb Park Trail - FS 309
Chubb Park Trail - FS 309

Chubb Park Trail - FS 309

This trail connects Chubb Park Ranch State Wildlife Area to the Fourmile recreation area. The trail is mostly dirt with small rocks, making it completely passable by any vehicle and RV. Towards Highway 285, the…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Cicada
Cicada

Cicada

Cicada is a short trail in the North Fruita Desert trail system that is mostly fast and scenic. It winds along several ridge lines in a burn area, through sagebrush, and has 4 or 5…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall
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ATV trails in Colorado

Learn more about 427 ATV
427 ATV

427 ATV

This 2-mile-long ATV trail parallels the Wolford Reservoir with a view of the water almost the whole way. The majority of the trail is a wide ATV path through a flat valley, going up and…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 16 Road, Coal Gulch
16 Road, Coal Gulch

16 Road, Coal Gulch

Take this trail through a beautiful, winding canyon. Early on, you will have the option to continue straight to an overlook, or take a left and view the end of the extreme 21 Road trail.…
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Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about 171.0
171.0

171.0

This trail connects County Road 69 to the Sevenmile Creek Trail and offers easy travel with several camping opportunities along the way. Be sure to explore the side trails as they lead to more secluded…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about 171.A
171.A

171.A

This trail connects County Road 69 to the Sevenmile Creek Trail. There is a large camping area at the west entrance of the trail, as well as several smaller sights throughout the route. Keep in…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Colorado

Learn more about 16 Road, Coal Gulch
16 Road, Coal Gulch

16 Road, Coal Gulch

Take this trail through a beautiful, winding canyon. Early on, you will have the option to continue straight to an overlook, or take a left and view the end of the extreme 21 Road trail.…
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Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about 171.0
171.0

171.0

This trail connects County Road 69 to the Sevenmile Creek Trail and offers easy travel with several camping opportunities along the way. Be sure to explore the side trails as they lead to more secluded…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about 171.A
171.A

171.A

This trail connects County Road 69 to the Sevenmile Creek Trail. There is a large camping area at the west entrance of the trail, as well as several smaller sights throughout the route. Keep in…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about 171.B
171.B

171.B

Road 171.B is a road that loops off of Sevenmile Creek. It will take about 30 minutes to complete the trail. Portions of this trail go through the burn scare from the Cameron Peak Fire…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer
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