Caribou 4WD Route

Caribou 4WD Route

Caribou 4WD Route
Caribou 4WD Route

Distance

8.7 mi

Technical Rating

5 Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

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 designated sites. Don't leave the trail to go across the meadows. There is a $1,000 fine if you do. Unlicensed vehicles are permitted and can stage at the large parking area at Carabou Townsite. Open June 15 to November 30.

Weather

Status Reports

Jeremy Curbey
Oct 11, 2024
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Closed Gate
Most of trail from Northern start point open. Only closed from Eldora gate for 1.5 miles due to road damage. No through access.
Alex Stewart
Oct 04, 2024
2023 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Henry Dickinson
Sep 28, 2024
4x4
Temporarily Closed
The trail is still temporarily closed.
Jace Hammer
Aug 17, 2024
ATV
Temporarily Closed
Posted Sign
This is the section from the large staging area to Eldora. A local said someone rolled a few days earlier. No idea when it’s supposed to open. Just thought I’d give y’all a heads up.

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