Packer Gulch

Packer Gulch

Packer Gulch
Packer Gulch

Distance

8.1 mi

Technical Rating

2 Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Packer Gulch is an out-and-back trail that begins just west of Tarryall Reservoir. The trail starts through open meadows with some dispersed camping areas that are suitable for a vehicle pulling a camper to navigate around and park comfortably. The trail starts double-wide with enough room for vehicles to pass. Do not take trailers past the T-junction between West Packer and Packer Gulch. Packer Gulch quickly becomes heavily wooded/single-lane as the trail ascends the mountain. Short-wheelbase vehicles will have no issues navigating the switchbacks. Long trucks will need to complete 3-point turns. Once at the trail end, there is plenty of room for around 8 vehicles, along with 2 dispersed campsites. There is a great overnight camp spot at the top of the trail. The area is great for OHV/ATV day riding with lots of adjacent trails to explore, including time spent at Tarryall Reservoir fishing or boating. It's great in the wintertime for snowmobiles.

Weather

Status Reports

Reed Ramey
Oct 13, 2024
Dirt Bike
Open
Dusty
Joshua Bartels
Apr 24, 2024
Dirt Bike
Obstructed
Deep Snow
Deep snow after the 3rd switchback, impassable.
Bob K.
Apr 16, 2023
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice

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