Before venturing out into the forest and backcountry be sure that you are familiar with current weather conditions and forest regulations.  Each visitor should study the information on the trailhead bulletin board and/or go into the Forest Service office at 680 Blue River Parkway in Silverthorne to obtain the latest copy of the RECREATION OPPORTUNITY GUIDE (ROG) before heading out on any particular trail. 

TIPS FOR MOUNTAIN BIKERS:

Always wear a helmet and control your bike at all times.  Downhill riders must yield to uphill riders.  Slow down and use caution when approaching or overtaking another rider.  Always control speed, unexpected obstacles may appear suddenly.  Ride on marked trails only; treat the land with care and respect.  Avoid damaging the fragile alpine environment and trails, especially when raining or wet.  Always be prepared for sudden afternoon thunder or snowstorms with adequate rain gear, warm clothing and plenty of food and water.  Be careful not to accidentally leave any litter along the way, including cigarette butts.  Always be careful with fire - a camp stove is the preferred method for cooking in the backcountry.  REMEMBER - NO VEHICLES ARE ALLOWED IN WILDERNESS AREAS!  The best way you can help the land survive is to challenge yourself to make the least possible impact on the land.  CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON LEAVE NO TRACE.

If you see a particular MOUNTAIN BIKING trail that interests you, click on the trail name and you will be taken the ROG sheet for that trail.  The trail links contain the same Recreation Opportunity Guide (ROG) sheets that you can get at the Dillon Ranger District office.  The front side of the ROG sheet contains route information such as: route difficulty, length, directions on how to get to the trailhead, interesting information on the route and any important information that route users might need to know.  The back side of the ROG sheet contains a custom topographic map highlighting the OHV route along with an elevation profile.

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EASY TRAILS

1.  BOREAS PASS ROAD FDR 59 - THIS ROG IS STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION.

2.  BRUSH CREEK ROAD FDR 1695 - STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS AND TRAILS TO PREVENT RESOURCE DAMAGE.  BECAUSE THIS ROAD TRAVELS TO THE EAGLES NEST WILDERNESS BOUNDARY, YOU MAY NOT TAKE YOUR MOUNTAIN BIKE INTO THE WILDERNESS AREA.  THIS ROAD IS USED FOR MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES TO INCLUDE MTN. BIKING, HIKING AND OHV USE.  PLEASE RESPECT OTHER USERS.  The road begins at an elevation of 8,031 feet and ends at an elevation of 8,980 feet, with a highest elevation of 9,022 feet.  The elevation gain is +949 feet.  The first mile of the Brush Creek Road is steep and leads through sagebrush offering an excellent view of Green Mountain Reservoir and the Lower Blue Valley.  Once in the trees the road becomes narrow.  The road continues to the Eagles Nest Wilderness boundary.  The route difficulty is rated EASY TO MODERATE.  For directions and a topographic map please see the ROG sheet.

3.  INDIANA CREEK ROAD FDR 593 - STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS AND TRAILS TO PREVENT RESOURCE DAMAGE.  THIS ROAD IS USED FOR MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES TO INCLUDE MTN. BIKING, HIKING AND OHV USE.  PLEASE RESPECT OTHER USERS.  The road begins at an elevation of 10,413 feet and ends at an elevation of 11,195 feet, with a highest elevation of 11,195 feet.  The elevation gain is +782 feet.  Indiana Creek Road is a pleasant drive up to Boreas Pass Road (County Road 10), which can then take you back toward Breckenridge (left) or over Boreas Pass Road to Como in Park County (right).  OHV enthusiasts can also travel to the old mining town of Dyersville and the Warriors Mark Mine.  Travel approximately 1.33 miles from the beginning of the unpaved portion of Indiana Creek Road and turn right on the road to Dyersville (FDR 597).  Dyersville is approximately .21 miles on the left.  The Warriors Mark Mine is another .10 miles further.  Turn left and the mine will be straight ahead.  Please be careful around Dyersville and Warriors Mark Mine.  Another popular route involves making a loop from Indiana Creek Road to Pennsylvania Creek Road (FDR 611) which will take you back down to HWY 9.  Turn right on Pennsylvania Creek Road immediately after the beginning of the unpaved portion of Indiana Creek Road.  The route difficulty is rated EASY TO MODERATE (CLOSE CLEARANCE BETWEEN TREES).  For directions and a topographic map please see the ROG sheet.

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4.  OLD DILLON RESERVOIR FDT 87 - STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS AND TRAILS TO PREVENT RESOURCE DAMAGE.  THIS TRAIL IS USED FOR MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES TO INCLUDE MTN. BIKING AND HIKING.  PLEASE RESPECT OTHER USERS.  The trail begins at an elevation of 9,066 feet and ends at an elevation of 9,193 feet, with a highest elevation of 9,203 feet.  The elevation gain is +127 feet.  The Old Dillon Reservoir was built in the 1930s to supply water to the original town of Dillon, which is now covered by the New Dillon Reservoir.  Water is supplied to the old reservoir via a diversion ditch out of Salt Lick Creek, above what is now I-70.  The Old Dillon Reservoir is partially surrounded by lodgepole pine and willows, offering protection from the wind and sun.  The protected environment allows for calm waters and provides good fishing opportunities in a relatively isolated location.  The trail difficulty is rated EASY.  For directions and a topographic map please see the ROG sheet.  Photos of this trail may be viewed by clicking HERE.

5.  ORO GRANDE ROAD FDR 59 - THIS ROG IS STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION.

6.  PENNSYLVANIA CREEK ROAD FDR 611 - STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS AND TRAILS TO PREVENT RESOURCE DAMAGE.  THIS ROAD IS USED FOR MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES TO INCLUDE MTN. BIKING, HIKING AND OHV USE.  PLEASE RESPECT OTHER USERS.  The road begins at an elevation of 10,037 feet and ends at an elevation of 11,195 feet, with a highest elevation of 11,195 feet.  The elevation gain is +1,165 feet.  Pennsylvania Creek Road is a pleasant drive up to Boreas Pass Road (County Road 10), which can then take you back toward Breckenridge (left) or over Boreas Pass Road to Como in Park County (right).  OHV enthusiasts can also travel to the old mining town of Dyersville and the Warriors Mark Mine.  Turn right on Indiana Creek Road (FDR 593) approximately 3.93 miles from the end of the paved portion of Coronet Drive.  Travel approximately 1.26 miles and turn right on the road to Dyersville (FDR 597).  Dyersville is approximately .21 miles on the left.  The Warriors Mark Mine is another .10 miles further.  Turn left and the mine will be straight ahead.  Please be careful around Dyersville and the Warriors Mark Mine.  Another popular route involves making a loop from Pennsylvania Creek Road to Indiana Creek Road (FDR 593) which will take you back down to HWY 9.  Turn left on Indiana Creek Road approximately 3.93 miles from the end of the paved portion of Coronet Drive.  The route difficulty is rated EASY TO MODERATE (CLOSE CLEARANCE BETWEEN TREES).  For directions and a topographic map please see the ROG sheet.

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