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Recreation Region: Clear Creek Ranger District

Bill Moore Lake/Empire Loop

The Bill Moore/North Empire Loop is a network of roads for OHV opportunities located north of Empire. This road is very rocky and steep, especially to Bill Moore Lake. Due to high elevation, the area is not generally snow-free until late June or even July in some years. 

General Information

View a COTREX map here.

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.

Getting There

Elevation

10,400

Directions

I-70 westbound, take exit #232 US Hwy 40 to Empire. Turn right on Main St. (North Empire Road) and follow the County Road on to Forest Road 171.2.

Travel Considerations

A 4-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle is highly recommended.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 2nd, 2025