The Rim Rocker is a 160-mile route winding it's way over red rock, through aspen groves, along the edges of sheer cliffs, and across rivers in order to bring travelers from Moab Utah to Montrose… Learn more about Rim Rocker
Total Miles
158.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Divide Road
This is a 90-mile long, wide-graded road up the middle of the Uncompaghre Plateau from Montrose to (almost) Grand Junction. Go from farmland to expansive areas of forest, then to the desert. This mellow graded… Learn more about Divide Road
Total Miles
85.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Roubideau Jeep Trail
This is a 12-mile loop trail off Divide Road beginning 30 miles from Montrose. We did this trail by following a fence line up the east leg to join the original Roubideau Jeep Trail. We… Learn more about Roubideau Jeep Trail
Total Miles
11.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
25 Mesa Road
25 Mesa Road is a wide, smooth well-graded road running all the way across Uncompahgre Plateau from Nucla to Delta. We did not find any specific attractions along the route, but it is an enjoyable… Learn more about 25 Mesa Road
Total Miles
26.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
South Divide
This is a series of well-graded or slightly bumpy roads that will take you from Ridgway to Olathe over the Uncompaghre Plateau. The south part has vast views of open ranchland, the center is in… Learn more about South Divide
Total Miles
80.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Escalante Canyon
Escalante Canyon is a very nice run from the desert at the Gunnison River to the forest on the Uncompahgre Plateau. This Jeep trail takes you upstream through Escalante Canyon (west side of the loop),… Learn more about Escalante Canyon
Total Miles
57.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Tabeguache
Tabeguache 2.0 is a short, easy Jeep trail a short distance west of Montrose. It starts near the Dry Creek Rock Crawling Trails, and crosses Dry Creek, Piney Creek, and Cushman Creek before climbing up… Learn more about Tabeguache
Total Miles
11.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Bench Mark Lookout
This drive takes you up to a lookout with beautiful scenery and big tall trees. The road can be muddy when wet and dusty when dry. There is access to other roads. Easy road for… Learn more about Bench Mark Lookout
Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Sims Mesa/Delores Creek
The maintained gravel Sims Mesa Rd offers views of the Uncompaghre River valley. It becomes a rutted unmaintained Forest Service road as it enters the National Forest. Wildflowers and aspen groves line the trail as… Learn more about Sims Mesa/Delores Creek
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Plateau Road
Short quick access road to get to others. There are big open pastures with lots of cows, so watch out for cow pies! Dirt or rocky road with gentle grades. Safe for most 4WD and… Learn more about Plateau Road
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Flat Iron Road
This is a quick, short road with beautiful scenery and tall trees. It can be muddy when wet, dusty when dry, and provides access to other roads. An easy road for any vehicle and is… Learn more about Flat Iron Road
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Trail Canyon
This road offers some beautiful views and some camp spots. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. Can be muddy when wet. You may encounter shallow water crossings and obstacles under 12"… Learn more about Trail Canyon
Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Trimble Road
This is a short quick access road to get to others. There are some pretty views and big open pastures. There are lots and lots of cows, so watch out for cow pies! Dirt or… Learn more about Trimble Road
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Ormiston Point Road
This road offers some camping, good access to many other roads, and lots of views. There is cell service at spots, but it can be very spotty with the weather. Can be muddy when wet.Dirt… Learn more about Ormiston Point Road
Total Miles
10.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Beaver Point Road
There are big open pastures with lots of cows, so watch out for cow pies! Dirt or rocky road with gentle grades. Safe for most 4WD and high-clearance 2WD vehicles. Roads are typically two vehicles… Learn more about Beaver Point Road
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Dry Canyon
This road has switchbacks at the end that is not accessible for trailers. There are compositing bathrooms and a beautiful view at the end. Access to water from a hiking trail, huge rocks around. Dirt… Learn more about Dry Canyon
Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Ferris Road
There is burned area at end of the road, so be mindful of debris, and muddy spots. There are some camp spots and access to other roads. Pretty open pastures.Dirt or rocky road with gentle… Learn more about Ferris Road
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp
Divide Cut-off
Divide Cut-off trail is right off Divide Road outside the DIvide Campground in the Uncompaghre Plateau Wilderness. The trail is fast and flowing, with a few climbs and descents. Parts of the trail meander through… Learn more about Divide Cut-off
Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Cabin Rim Road
Quick short road with beautiful scenery and big tall trees. The road can be muddy when wet, and dusty when dry. Typically two vehicles wide and provides access to other roads. An easy road for… Learn more about Cabin Rim Road
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Box Factory Park
This trail begins at the entrance to Double RL ranch, which is owned by Ralph Lauren. It is a great option if many of the passes are closed in the area, since the road stays… Learn more about Box Factory Park
Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
South Fork Ilium Road
South Fork Ilium Rd, Cty Rd 63L connects to US 145 opposite the Ophir Pass trail. If you have just come down off Ophir, this road allows for some day use spots for respite and… Learn more about South Fork Ilium Road
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Dry Canyon A Road
There are some low trees on this road, so it is not recommended for tall vehicles. Along this route is a big open meadow and some camping areas. Can be muddy when wet. There are… Learn more about Dry Canyon A Road
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Boggy Draw Road
This trail has camping spots and offers biking, hiking, and riding trails with beautiful views. The road can be muddy when wet and has ruts in some places. Dirt or rocky road with gentle grades.… Learn more about Boggy Draw Road
Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
West Bolam Pass
Just in-between Rico & Ames off of Colorado's Highway 145 scenic San Juan Skyway lies Forest Service Road 578 which leads you up to Bolam Pass with breathtaking views of Sheep Mountain, San Miguel Peak… Learn more about West Bolam Pass
Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Upper House Creek Road
This trail is very muddy in spots and has small water puddles. It offers lots of camping with hiking and biking trails. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You may encounter… Learn more about Upper House Creek Road
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
East Dallas Trail
Easy wide dirt trail mostly through private property with access to National Forest land and dispersed camping at the end. The first third of the trail is a smooth dirt road that can get muddy… Learn more about East Dallas Trail
Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Gill Creek Loop 50"
This fun trail on the Uncompaghre Plateau provides east access to a 50" track with some slick rock sections early in the loop. The trail has easy access with a fair amount of traffic so… Learn more about Gill Creek Loop 50"
Total Miles
13.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Beaver Rim Road
Fun little road that has some rutted areas with mud possible when wet. Can get tight in spots, has some camping, and offers a cool view at the end. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained… Learn more about Beaver Rim Road
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Gunnison Tunnel
In 2020 a locked gate was placed near the west portal (west of the canal dipper) which prevents running the complete trail. The trail can be run from the Uncompahgre River east to the gate… Learn more about Gunnison Tunnel
Total Miles
11.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Beaver Rim F Road
This road can be very dusty when dry and muddy when wet. Beautiful view at the end with a small camp spot for one or two people. Dirt or rocky road, typically unmaintained after rain… Learn more about Beaver Rim F Road