This is a super fun, single lane road to amazing camping. You'll camp above the reservoir and fish, canoe, kayak and relax. No swimming. Open to licensed and unlicensed vehicles. Trail is open from May… Learn more about Gross Reservoir
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Magnolia Road East
This is a smooth, dirt road any vehicle can access. The road accesses the Aspen Meadows residential area, but will allow you to avoid the heavy traffic of Boulder Canyon and has beautiful scenery. This… Learn more about Magnolia Road East
Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Santa Fe Trail
This is an easy, one-way trail with a few places to pass and some rocky and washed out sections. You'll find a handful of dispersed campsites and some great views of Idaho Springs. The end… Learn more about Santa Fe Trail
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Peewink
Enjoy this simple trail that leads to some pretty camp spots. If you're lucky, you might even be able to see a moose! Most vehicles can do this road, although it does have some spots… Learn more about Peewink
Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Switzerland Trail
This historic trail was once the site of a railway line connecting a series of bustling mining towns. With spectacular views of the front range hills, the name "Switzerland Trail" was intended to attract tourists,… Learn more about Switzerland Trail
Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Switzerland North
This trail is basically the more difficult portion of The Switzerland Trail. The easier section of the trail basically dead ends, at which point you take a left up a very steep, very rocky hill.… Learn more about Switzerland North
Total Miles
11
Tech Rating
8
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Apex Road
There is a lot of history along this easy, backcountry drive. You'll have the chance to explore four old cemeteries, as with as several historic structures in Apex, an old mining camp and ghost town.… Learn more about Apex Road
Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Pickle Gulch
This secluded trail is surrounded by private property. Bring a GPS and use directions so you don't get lost. This is a fun area for unlicensed vehicles, and is open all year. For a longer… Learn more about Pickle Gulch
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
7
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Moon & Gamble Gulches
This is a secluded trail that loops over to Dakota Hill. There is a quick, easy side trip to a old shaft house that's in great condition. It can be confusing to navigate the unmarked… Learn more about Moon & Gamble Gulches
Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
West Magnolia
Kids will love this small area with intersecting forest roads and camping. To camp, enter at the north end. No dirt bikes allowed on this trail. Open May 15 to November 30. Learn more about West Magnolia
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Yankee Hill Road
The easiest way to do this trail may be to take it from west to east. A GPS is handy, as it can be confusing to navigate the route. Another route to take is to… Learn more about Yankee Hill Road
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
5
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Michigan Hill
The Michigan Hill trail starts from the pickle gulch campground. This trail is a relatively easy trail for most off-road vehicles, although there are some narrow points on the trail. This trail winds through mining… Learn more about Michigan Hill
Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Gordon Gulch
You're likely to see hikers on this trail, and it is a popular camping destination on the weekends. Check for postings on what camping is dispersed and what is designated. Be bear aware and plan… Learn more about Gordon Gulch
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Pennsylvania Gulch
Go from Sunset, CO to Highway 72 on this fun route. If you want to make a loop, use the first portion of the Switzerland Trail. This will also offer a bit more challenge. The… Learn more about Pennsylvania Gulch
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
7
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Gold Lake Trail
Calm out and back trail ending at a hut on private land. Be sure to not trespass on the private land. Some small ruts and rocks, along with some off-camber berms. A technical rock patch… Learn more about Gold Lake Trail
Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Caribou 4WD Route
This trail borders Indian Peaks Wilderness and offers fun terrain as it passes by the old Caribou Townsite. You will get a beautiful view of Eldora Ski area. There is camping available, but only in… Learn more about Caribou 4WD Route
Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
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… Learn more about Chipmunk Gulch
Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
787 ATV Trail
787 is one of the longer ATV trails in the Rampart Range Recreation Area at almost 8 miles long. It starts at the most northern staging area on Rampart Range Road right off State Highway… Learn more about 787 ATV Trail
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
627 Beginner ATV Trail
The Beginner Trail is one of the easiest ATV trails in the Rampart Range Recreation Area. It starts directly from the northern trailhead off State Highway 67 and winds its way south for 12 miles… Learn more about 627 Beginner ATV Trail
Total Miles
11
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Devil's Canyon
There are a lot of different trail combinations in this area, so you can decide how long or how challenging you want it to be. There is some camping along the trail and parking just… Learn more about Devil's Canyon
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa
Cumberland Trail
Cumberland Trail is moderate, with much of the trail being rocky and uneven. There are some patches of dirt and areas that open to meadows. Some areas are steep and very rocky with large rocks… Learn more about Cumberland Trail
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Yankee Hill / Mosquito Creek
Yankee Hill is an easy to intermediate trail with some flat and even areas, while others have rocks and other obstacles. The trail has some nice views near pile hill to the North. This trail… Learn more about Yankee Hill / Mosquito Creek
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Rollins Pass East
You'll find two lakes, breathtaking views and a fun hike on this old railroad route. Needle's Eye Tunnel is just a short hike from the trail. Park and camp south of the trailhead. There are… Learn more about Rollins Pass East
Total Miles
12.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Cascade Creek
Enjoy a drive through a nice network of mountain backroads on this loop between Georgetown and Idaho Springs. Be aware that it passes by a lot of private property and there is very little parking… Learn more about Cascade Creek
Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
6
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
686 Garber ATV Trail
Garber is an easy ATV Trail near the north end of the Rampart Range Recreation Area. There are dirt trailheads at both the north and south entrances to the trail off of Rampart Range Road.… Learn more about 686 Garber ATV Trail
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Middle St. Vrain, Coney Flats
The difficult portion of this trail is a rugged, deep water crossing. It can be dangerous and too deep to cross in the spring. There is good camping at Camp Dick Campground as well as… Learn more about Middle St. Vrain, Coney Flats
Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
6
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
Kingston Peak
On a clear day you can see James Peak on the western horizon. The trail goes just above 12,000 feet, so snow arrives early and stays late. Unlicensed vehicles are permitted, and this is a… Learn more about Kingston Peak
Total Miles
7.3
Tech Rating
6
Difficult
Best Time
Su / Fa
673 Barr ATV Trail
Barr Trail is a fun ATV Trail in the Rampart Range Recreation Area that starts at the Flatrocks Trailhead off Rampart Range Road. It steadily descends 1,200 feet over 3.6 miles all the way to… Learn more about 673 Barr ATV Trail
Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
688 Beaver ATV Trail
Beaver is a short ATV trail in the Rampart Range Recreation Area that starts on the west end at a large dirt parking lot off Rampart Range Road. From west to east, it's a steady… Learn more about 688 Beaver ATV Trail
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
675 Noddle ATV Trail
Noddle ATV Trail is one of the longest ATV trails in Rampart Range at 11.6 miles long. It starts at a dirt trailhead across from the north end of Cabin Ridge and winds its way… Learn more about 675 Noddle ATV Trail