Biking
Cycling is a great way to travel through National Forest System lands. The GMUG National Forests offer remote, winding roads and mountain passes, ideal for experiencing the beauty of southwestern Colorado as you ride your road or mountain bike.
Mountain Biking
There are many miles of trails and roads accessible by mountain bike on the GMUG National Forests. Our many single- track backcountry trails offer riders of all levels of experience a wide variety of riding terrain. Pedal along our many numbered roads and trails, except in Wilderness areas or other trails as posted.
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Oil Well Mtn. Loop #522.1A
The Oil Well Mountain Trail #522.1A begins on Forest Service Road #265.3D, intersects with the Grand Valley Ranger Districts the Burn Trail #522, and ends at the end of Forest Service Road #265.3A.…
Old Transfer Bike #251
The Old Transfer Bike Trail #251 begins on Forest Service Road #508, Transfer Road, and ends at an intersection with the Old Transfer Trail #110. The trail climbs onto the Roubideau Bench and…
One Mile Campground - Gunnison RD
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One Mile Campground provides access to beautiful Taylor Canyon. Recreation opportunities in the area include kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. There are…
Ophir Pass Road #630
Forest Road #630 (Ophir Pass Road) is an OHV route that provides a connection between U.S. Highway 550 north of Silverton, CO. to the historic mining town of Ophir. The road traverses over 11,814…
Other Sites - Telluride Area
Sites other than campgrounds and trails in the Telluride area of the San Juan Mountains (Norwood District).
Ouray Area
Ouray Area of the San Juan Mountains (Ouray District).
Owens Loop #539
The Owens Loop Trail #539 serves as a connecting route between the Owens Creek Road, FSR #268 and the Dry Owens Creek Road, FSR #268.1A. The trail for most of its distance travels around a large…
Paradox #126
The Paradox Trail #126 begins at Forest Service Road #535, Paradox Road, and ends at an intersection with the Spring Creek Trail #116. The trail mostly descends through aspen groves with nice views…
Paradox #502
The Paradox Trail #502 begins at the end of Forest Service Road #660, Pinto Mesa Road, and ends at the National Forest Boundary. The trail starts west, then northwest and descend off Pinto Mesa.…
Parallel #139
The Parallel Trail #139 begins at Forest Service Road #540.2A, Silesca Ponds Road, and ends at Forest Service Road #533, Monitor Road. The first 0.7 miles of the trail parallels Hwy 90 as it heads…