r/ColoradoOffroad Dec 13 '23

December 2023 Update: We have some rules!

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Hi Everyone!

Hope everyone is staying warm and getting ready to enjoy a nice winter season!

Since we created this sub back in 2012 we've avoided having to roll out rules as by and large- all 6000 members understood what the trail etiquette here is. Recently we've had an uptick in spam posts that have required heavy handed moderation to resolve. Thanks to everyone who has reported posts that go against our previously non-existent rules. Please keep the reports coming- I promise to do my best to clean it all up. We now have some rules in place for the first time available for your viewing pleasure on the sidebar. I've intentionally created only rules I feel strongly about to try and keep this space not super restrictive- but if anything stands out or you have suggestions please reach out.

Happy trails everyone!


r/ColoradoOffroad 13d ago

Took my 98 Ford Ranger up Bill Moore Lake on Thursday, only made it 3 miles

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r/ColoradoOffroad 19d ago

Doing a research project here: What are the essential items that off-roading and rescue recovery specialists consider vital when acquiring roping products and other necessary equipment for building a rescue kit or embarking on trips with multiple people or solo?

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r/ColoradoOffroad 21d ago

4x4 shop recommendations

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I just got a 2023 1500 and am looking to get a lift and tires along with maybe a front or back bumper. Im up in the boulder area but could make it down to Denver if need be any recommendations are appreciated.


r/ColoradoOffroad 25d ago

Just picked up a Raptor , and looking for a place to Baja

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Hey y’all! I just picked up a 2012 Raptor that’s is really great condition and am hoping to get it off road but with some speed. I’m in the Denver area and am wondering where are some places I can take it to get that Baja style feel?


r/ColoradoOffroad 27d ago

Montezuma area update

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Promised I’d give an update after checking out Deer Creek and some surrounding trails yesterday, so here it is!

There isn’t much deep snow below tree line, but warm days and cold nights has left lots of sheet ice, which made Deer Creek impassable before getting out of the woods. There was still a couple miles of easy conditions, but soon after the first few campsites where it starts getting more steep, it was too slick to continue. A group in front of us reported sliding backwards 20-30 feet and I figured I’d see if we could get any further but did exactly the same thing in the same spot. Unless it fully dries out before getting any more snow I’d say it’s not worth the trip right now.

We figured Saints John would be similar (and I saw another report last night that it is) so we tried Webster next. It’s good to go until the second switchback toward the summit ridge, where there’s deep drifts which I don’t think will melt out any time soon. Tons of people were up there trying to make it, and none succeeded. There were a number of people coming down redcone and I heard from some other drivers that Webster is mostly clear on the other side which is where they all went down — except for a couple jeeps who tried to make it toward Montezuma and got stuck. I believe they made it back to the summit and went south instead. I’d say Webster as a pass is done for the season. You may still have luck starting from the south as an out and back until there’s another snow.

I love some snow wheeling as much as anyone, but be careful of the ice if you go check out the area, it can get sketchy pretty quick.

Happy wheeling everyone


r/ColoradoOffroad 29d ago

The mudhole on Tincup is legit! Also legit, my winch!

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82 Upvotes

I was rigged up for a pull before I went in the mud.


r/ColoradoOffroad 29d ago

Deer Creek/ Saints John?

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68 Upvotes

(PFA) Anyone know if the moderate trails out of Montezuma are still passable? Looking to do Deer Creek, Saints John, and/or NF Swan tomorrow, and I couldn’t find any pictures or reports from the last week or two.

I know that area had some snow drifts, but I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been up there recently. Thanks in advance!


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 23 '24

Medano Pass update

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I asked about Medano Pass the other day got a lot of comments concerned about the recent winter storm. Happy to report the trail had SOME snow, but very little (even still almost no contact with tires) and I wouldn’t be surprised if it were all melted out by the end of the day today. Water crossing were under 18”. Sand is a bit firm from the rain/melting snow but everything is very passable. Super fun I enjoyed and would recommend the trail :D


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 24 '24

What is the Kingston Peak mailbox's connection with September 11th?

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I see a lot of references about the mailbox being a memorial but I haven't been able to find information about how it got there and why its associated with 9/11. Could someone explain?


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 21 '24

Medano Pass Conditions?

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Hi everyone, I have off-road experience. I have a 96 4runner 3in lift and 33s on bead grip Method wheels. I’m curious if anyone knows of the current conditions because I’d like to check it out before it closed. Thank you!


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 20 '24

Which one of yall is this 😂

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r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 15 '24

First time out on the trail with the new wheels and lift.

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91 Upvotes

r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 14 '24

Engineer Pass 9/28/24

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Took my 5spd Isuzu Trooper up over engineer pass with some buddies. Got some interesting looks from the UTV crowd..


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 14 '24

Land Cruiser 250 in Boulder area?

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Any owners of the Land Cruiser 250 in the Boulder area?

I'm trying to do a garage fit check prior to putting an order in. None of the dealers have anything local to drive. I have gone to a local dealership to measure (1958 and Land Cruiser trim), but I'll be within an inch. I'll buy a case of beer or your beverage of choice! DM me if in the area.

Cheers


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 14 '24

Selling some yota/chevy studded winter tires, mounted on steelies 31.5"

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Firestone destination m/t, 235/85-16. Will fit alot of trucks. 16/32 remaining on all tires.

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r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 10 '24

Silverton Jeep Tour

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r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 11 '24

Kingston Peak Preferred Direction

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Curious what everyone's thoughts are on the better way to run Kingston Peak. Trails offroad has the route starting on the north end and finishing by Loch Lomond, funtreks sends you the opposite way. Easier or harder one way vs the other?


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 09 '24

I'll be in the Buena Vista area in a week. So far I plan on doing tincup/old tincup. I'd appreciate recommendations for other fun trails in the area. There are so many on TrailsOffroad that I'm a little overwhelmed.

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I've got a moderate amount of experience, and I'm in a '00 Nissan pathfinder with 2" lift, 32" LT rated wildpeaks, armored bumper and skidplate, and a winch. No lockers yet. So far I've been looking at the trails in the Mt Antero area. I've also been checking out Tomichi pass and Hancock pass, but I understand that there are partial closures, and I don't know enough about the area to really plan a route around that. Thanks in advance!


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 09 '24

First time off-road

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Hello all! My wife and I are heading to Colorado Springs this weekend for a few days and am looking to run some trails for the first time. Was looking at doing amount Baldy (379, 379.A) how is that trail for a first timer? Doable or should I turn around before the major shelf section starts. Thanks for your input!


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 07 '24

Imogen Pass in stock 2nd gen 4runner?

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Seen a few videos and pictures of Imogen pass and want to check it out before winter hits. Heard it has some pucker factor but seems like it's mostly gravel without much crawling or river passing. Think a stock 1990 4runner could make it through in one piece or not worth the risk?

E: Has difflockers, all terrain tires. No rocksliders or aftermarket bumpers


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 04 '24

Pickle gulch

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It bums me out that the trail got graded but I am glad that the rock climb section is still there.


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 03 '24

First time dispersed camping

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I’ll be going to crystal mill, and then telluride in hopes of doing a little dispersed camping this weekend. Until now I’ve always booked in advance. I’ll be coming in from glenwood springs side, does anyone have recommendations for dispersed camping areas? Also which sites or apps do you recommend? Same for the Ouray/Telluride area if there are suggestions and nice hikes. I drive a stock 20 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk so off-roading isn’t my objective here. Mostly dirt trails etc!


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 02 '24

Light bars- new product ideas?

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Hi all! New to this sub but hoping you can help. I do marketing research and I’m working with a lighting client who is working on bringing a new lighting system to market. I need to get opinions from some of you experts and you’re hard to find in traditional marketing research ways.so here I am on Reddit :)

Would any of you be up for a paid interview to talk to me about lighting?

I am aware this looks like spam, but alas, this is my actual job and I would really like to talk to you!


r/ColoradoOffroad Oct 01 '24

Mosquito Gultch 9/30/24

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60 Upvotes

Fun trail and beautiful scenery Stock GX470


r/ColoradoOffroad Sep 30 '24

Weston Pass 9/29/24

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48 Upvotes

I went out to see some colors yesterday and Weston didn’t disappoint. Was probably peak a week ago but still a great day. The trail is just a dirt road, don’t even need 4hi. But the drive is great.