5 off-road trails in Colorado
UTV, ATV, side-by-side, dirt-bike, and 4x4 trails across Colorado — with current managing-agency, permit, and difficulty information.
0 require a permit or pass · 4 rated advanced or extreme. Verified by the PickRV editorial team against official agency pages.
Safety first. Trail conditions change with weather, season, and active land-management decisions. Always verify the managing-agency source linked on each trail page the day before you ride. Carry recovery gear, a communication plan, and ride within your skill level. Difficulty 4-5 trails frequently require a winch, spotter, and at least one buddy vehicle.
Schofield Pass
Crested Butte, CO
Alpine Loop (Engineer + Cinnamon Pass)
Silverton, CO
Black Bear Pass
Telluride, CO
Holy Cross City
Minturn, CO
Imogene Pass
Ouray, CO
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See Colorado off-road rentalsQuestions about Colorado off-road trails
- Where can I ride a UTV or ATV in Colorado?
- Colorado has 5 curated off-road trails on PickRV — across BLM, USFS, NPS, state, county, and private OHV parks. Each guide lists the managing agency, current permit requirements, and the official source URL.
- Are these trail listings up to date?
- We cite the managing agency's official page on every trail. Trail status (closures, permit changes, seasonal access) does change — always verify the official source URL the day before you ride.
- Do I need a permit to ride off-road in this state?
- Permit requirements vary by trail and managing agency. Of the 5 trails listed for Colorado, 0 require a permit or pass. Each guide states the permit source.
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Colorado rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- Rental tax
- 7.60%
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Varies by rig — verify with vendor
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-07:00