Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking Areas

• Aspen Area

  The Aspen area is known for its beautiful peaks over 14,000 feet and majestic wilderness experiences. It's home to the Maroon Bells Scenic Area, one of the most iconic areas in Colorado. 

• Government TH #1980
• Hunter Creek TH #2194
• Hunter Valley TH #1992
• Sunnyside TH #1987
• Basalt Area

  The Basalt area includes the popular Fryingpan River Valley.

• Carbondale Area
  
  
• Hay Park TH #1957
• Lake Ridge Lakes #2093
• Red Table TH #1909
• El Jebel Area
  
  
• Basalt Mountain #1911
• Cattle Creek #1909
• Bogan Flats Group Campground
• Redstone Area

  Redstone Area

• Braderich Creek #1952
• Braderich-South Thompson #2093
• Blanco Ranger District (East of Meeker, CO)

  Blanco RD

  The Blanco Ranger District offers an abundance of well-marked trailheads for access to backcountry and the historic Flat Tops Wilderness

• Meeker Area

  This includes areas south and east of Meeker, outside of the Flat Tops Wilderness.

• Bar HL/Hay Flat Trailhead FR #211
• East Beaver / Sleepy Cat Road #250
• Dillon Ranger District

  Dillon RD

  Located in the beautiful Summit County and home to four ski resorts and a nordic center, the Dillon Ranger District also has opportunities for hiking, biking, camping and solitude! Whitewater enthusiasts will find opportunities for rafting and kayaking at several sites in the area.

   

• Breckenridge Area

  Breckenridge area

• Bakers Tank Trailhead #40
• Boreas Pass Road TH #10
• Burro #80
• Crystal Lakes Road TH #44
• French Gulch #2
• Georgia Pass Road (South Fork Swan) TH #355
• Gold Hill TH #79
• Indiana Creek Road TH #593
• Middle Fork Road (Swan River) TH #6
• North Fork Road (Swan River) TH #354
• Pennsylvania Creek Road TH #611
• Spruce Creek (Mohawk Lakes) #58
• Wheeler National Recreation TH #39
• Frisco Area
  
  
• Dickey Day Use Area
• Mayflower Gulch TH #1178
• Miner's Creek Road TH #1000
• Miners Creek TH #38
• Old Dillon Reservoir TH #87
• Peaks TH #45
• Wilder Gulch TH #75
• Green Mountain/Heeney Area

  Green Mountain Reservoir lies at the northern end of Summit County, Colorado along the Blue River near the town of Heeney. There are 6 campgrounds at the reservoir and a 7th campground is located along Cataract Creek adjacent to Eagles Nest Wilderness and various hiking trails.

  The reservoir has boat-launch facilities and is a popular spot for motor boating, sailing, canoeing, and water skiing. Fishing is also primary recreational activity at the reservoir. Primary sport fish available are brown trout, rainbow trout, and salmon.

  This area is bear country! Storage of food, garbage and bear attractants is required. Wilderness regulations apply in Eagles Nest Wilderness.

• Spring Creek Area
• Williams Peak Road TH #200
• Keystone Area

  Keystone area

• Deer Creek Road TH #5
• Hunkidori Mine TH #276
• Keystone Gulch Road TH #175
• Lenawee TH #34
• Peru Creek Road TH #260
• Saints John Road TH #275
• Webster Pass Road TH #285
• Silverthorne Area

  Silverthorne Area

• Straight Creek TH #48
• Tenderfoot TH #76
• Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District (Vail-Eagle area)

  Eagle-Holy Cross

  The Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District lies between the Gore Range, the Sawatch Range, and the Flat Tops, and includes the forest areas surrounding the towns of Vail, Avon, Red Cliff, Eagle, Gypsum, and Dotsero.
  Recreation opportunities abound!

• Eagle Area

  The area south of the town of Eagle and I-70, accessed primarily by Brush Creek Road. This area is part of the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District.

• Beecher Loop TH
• Crooked Creek Pass Loop TH
• Mckenzie Gulch TH #1869
• Salt Creek TH #1878
• Sneve Gulch TH #1872
• SE Flat Tops Area

  The SE Flat Tops Area is north of Dotsero and I-70, and is primarily accessed by Forest Service Roads heading northwest off of the Colorado River Road between Dotsero and Burns. This area is part of the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District.

• Deep Lake - Heart Lake Loop TH
• Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path
• Vail Area

  The eastern portion of the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District surrounding the towns of Vail, Avon, and Redcliff, including the east side of the Holy Cross Wilderness and the west side of the Eagles Nest Wilderness.

• Beaver Creek Ski Resort
• Black Lakes Picnic Site
• Bowman's Shortcut TH #1851
• Buck Creek #2106
• Buffehr Creek TH #787
• Camp Hale East Fork Group Campground
• Camp Hale Memorial Campground
• Colorado Trail #2108
• Davos Hill Climb #781
• Lost Lake TH #1893
• Meadow Mountain TH #2124
• Meadow Mt. Tie Thru
• Mount Of The Holy Cross Overlook Observation Site
• North Vail TH #1896
• Paulie's Plunge / Stone Creek TH #2349
• Piney Guard Station
• Red Sandstone Road #700
• Red and White Mountain Road #734
• Resolution Road TH #702
• Shrine Pass Road TH #709
• Son Of Middle Creek #2136
• Two Elk TH #2005
• Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon National Recreation
• Vail Ski Resort
• Rifle Ranger District

  The Rifle Ranger District is rich with cultural history and amazing outdoor recreational opportunities. This area is near Flat Tops Wilderness which offers opportunities for solitude.

  Hunting, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, OHV experiences, picnicking, hiking and driving for pleasure are a few of the activities the district has to offer with plenty of areas for dispersed camping. Winter brings snow and a variety of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobile trails with it.

• Battlement Mesa Area

  The Battlement Mesa area is located south of Interstate 70 and shares its southern border with the Grand Mesa National Forest. The Battlement Mesa area can be accessed from Rifle, CO and Parachute/Battlement Mesa, CO. Elevations range from around 8,000 feet to above 11,000 feet. Key attractions include the Battlement Reservoirs, Cache Creek, and the Mamm Peaks. This is also a good location for big game hunting. There are several system trails and ample dispersed camping opportunities, but there are no developed sites, restrooms, or drinking water facilities. Activity in the area is typically low outside of hunting season, creating an outstanding opportunity for solitude. 

  The Battlement Reservoirs (on the west side of the Mesa) are a chain of seven scenic, manmade lakes originally constructed in the late 19th Century. Outstanding fishing and dispersed camping is available in this location. The Battlement Trail #2160 crosses the entire length of the Battlement Mesa area and continues east toward West Divide. It is possible to scramble to the tops of the Mamm Peaks, though this requires cross-country travel. 

  Several trails in this area cross through private land. Please respect private property owners by staying on the trails and refraining from littering. 

• Battlement Jeep (Forest Road 847)
• East & West Divide Creek Area

  Access West Divide via County Road 331 and East Divide via County Road 313. Both out of Silt

• Glenwood Springs Area

  Glenwood Springs is a good starting point for excursions into the southeastern Flat Tops, Glenwood Canyon, and the Roaring Fork Valley. From Glenwood Springs, users can access miles of motorized and non-motorized trails, all of which lead into rugged and scenic parts of the White River National Forest. Nearby attractions include Grizzly and No Name Creek Canyons, the Transfer Trail OHV/4WD route, Mitchell Creek Trail, the Fourmile Park area, and Sunlight Mountain Resort.

  The Glenwood Springs area includes trails that are open to foot, horse, bicycle, and motorized use (check travel rules on individual trails before heading out). This area features numerous creeks and lakes, many of which provide good fishing opportunities. During the winter months, this area is a great place for snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Other recreation opportunities include dispersed camping, big game hunting, and wildlife viewing. 

  All services, including food, gas, and lodging, are available in Glenwood Springs. Visit the Sunlight Ski Area page to learn more about alpine skiing opportunities on the neighboring Aspen-Sopris Ranger District.

• Beaver Creek #2092
• Transfer Trail Road TH #602.1
• New Castle Area

  The town of New Castle is located along I-70 between Rifle and Glenwood Springs, CO. From here, it is a short drive north to Clinetop Mesa, Main Elk Creek, and East Elk Creek. This area includes several motorized and non-motorized trails, including Centennial (East Elk) Trail, Spring Creek Trail, Hadley Gulch Trail, and Clinetop Road. During the winter, Clinetop Road is groomed for snowmobiling (as snow conditions allow) and the area’s non-motorized trails are great for snowshoeing.

  The New Castle area also provides excellent opportunities for big game hunting, dispersed camping, fly fishing, and climbing.

  All services, including food, gas, and lodging, are available in New Castle, CO.

• Lower Clinetop Road (Forest Road # 603)
• Main Elk #2157
• Upper Clinetop Road (Forest Road # 603)
• Rifle Area

  The Rifle area includes several attractions within a 30 to 45 minute drive of the City of Rifle. To the north of I-70, visitors can spend the afternoon at the Spruce Picnic Area, take a hike on the Three Forks Trail. This area also provides access to Coulter Mesa, which features miles of motorized routes through aspen stands and open meadows. 

  To the south of I-70, visitors can explore the Beaver Creek Trail, the Mamm Creek Drainage, and the eastern part of the Battlement Mesa. Good hunting and dispersed camping opportunities are available on both sides of I-70.

  All services, including food, gas, and lodging, are available in the City of Rifle.

  Access roads into this part of the Forest are typically suitable for all highway legal passenger vehicles. The major exception is Little Box Road (FR-825) northeast of Coulter Lake, which should only be attempted by high-clearance vehicles. Please refer to the Rifle Ranger District’s summer and winter Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) for detailed information on motorized access routes. MVUM s are available for free at the Rifle Ranger District office.

• Lower Three Forks Trailhead
• Three Forks #2150
• Upper Three Forks #2150
• SW/Central Flat Tops Area

  Southwest and central Flat Tops area.  Access often from New Castle.

• Bench Road (Forest Road #647)
• Bison Lake Road #640.1
• Bowen Lake #631.1
• Buford-New Castle Parallel OHV #2290
• Burnt Ridge Road #651.1
• Cattle Guard Road #603.1P
• Cherry Creek Connector #2256.1A
• Cherry Creek Trail #2256
• Cherry Creek Trail C
• Cherry Creek Trail D
• Clark Ridge #2158.1B
• Corral Creek Road #650.1
• Corral Point Road #649.1
• Grizzly Jeep Road #632.1
• Lower Cherry Creek Trailhead
• Mansfield Ditch #2291
• W. Elk Stock Driveway B TH #2152
• West Elk Stock Driveway #2152
• West Ute Creek Road #648