Barbour Fork Trailhead


Barbour Fork Trailhead is located south of Idaho Spring and offers a small network of roads for OHV opportunities.

The road crosses through aspen and mixed conifer. Mountain biking and dispersed camping are also popular.

Refer to the Clear Creek Ranger District's Motor Vehicle Vehicle Map for more information on roads in this area.

Note: The area is closed to motorized vehicles from December 15 to June 16 to minimize disturbances during the elk calving season.

View a COTREX map here.

At a Glance

Usage: Light
Restrictions:
  • The area is closed to motorized vehicles from December 15 to June 16 to minimize disturbances during the elk calving season.
  • All vehicles must be either street-legal or registered annually through Colorado State Parks' OHV Registration Program.
  • All motorized vehicles are restricted to open routes designated for their use. 
  • No camping or shooting at the trailhead area.
  • Practice Leave No Trace principles.
Closest Towns: Idaho Springs
Water: No
Restroom: No
Operated By: U.S. Forest Service

General Information

Directions: From I-70, take exit 240 north into Idaho Springs. Follow Miner Street to Soda Creek Road, which goes under the interstate and past Indian Springs Resort. Follow Soda Creek Road for approximately 3 miles to a large turn out.

Activities

Mountain Biking

Day Hiking

OHV Road Riding

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
39.715112

  Longitude : 
-105.554743

  Elevation : 
8670 - 10,500'