The Tabequache

Total Miles
17.0

Technical Rating

7

Difficult

Best Time

Spring, Fall

Trail Type

High-Clearance 4x4 Trail

Accessible By

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The Tabequache
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Trail Overview

The Tabeguache Trail is located in the Bangs Canyon Recreation Area and was developed with the help of the Grand Junction Four-Wheelers. You can find pretty much anything you're looking for here. All roads lead to an off-roader's playground where you can hang out and test your skills.

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The Tabequache
The Tabequache

Difficulty

Difficult. Most of the southern part is easy to marginally moderate terrain. After Wpt. 02, trail gets more difficult with loose rock climbs and small challenging ledges. Hardest part between Wpt. 03 and 04 has driver's choices, but they were all similarly difficult when we drove it. Very high ground clearance is needed. Playground is optional. Do not attempt the trail when wet.

Technical Rating

7

Status Reports

Jimmy Jones
Jan 31, 2025
4x4
Open
Snow/Ice
Rough/Deteriorated
Muddy/Wet
Dusty
plenty of snow on the shaded sides. muddy in places
Mccale Scripps
Dec 09, 2024
4x4
Open
Dusty
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Rough/Deteriorated
Francisco Dominicci
Nov 30, 2024
2019 Chevrolet Colorado
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Rough/Deteriorated
Lots of ice and snow pack. Take your time and go slow, be careful on the switch backs and ensure you air down if doing this in the snow. There is no service out here so bring a sat phone. Rollover is possible on this trail 35 inch tires recommended at minimum. Bring lots of water
Steve Holland
Sep 14, 2024
1997 Jeep TJ
Open
long. did I mention long

Access Description

Head south on Hwy. 50 from Grand Junction about 10 miles and turn right on Highway 141. Drive another 1.3 miles to small access road on right. Staging can be found on south side. To drive in reverse, use directions from Trail #21, but continue past Third Flats Road another mile to Bangs Canyon Trailhead on left.

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