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Cannibal Plateau

Hinsdale County, Colorado

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This scenic loop east of Lake City provides great riding in and out of open timber and through open meadows. Close camping access and the bordering Powderhorn Wilderness make this singletrack and ATV route a unique location for riders.

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Detailed Description

How To Get There

From Lake City: Head south out of town on CO-149 S/Gunnison Ave approx 9.7 miles to Co Rd 5. Turn north on Co Rd 5 where it will turn into Co Rd 50 after approx 0.1 miles. Continue on Co Rd 50 approx 2.6 miles to Co Rd 51. Turn left at Co Rd 51 and follow approx 1.0 mile to trail access.

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Trail System Information

Location:

N38 01.314 W107 11.280

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Nearest City:

Lake City

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Best For:

ATV

Motorcycle

Note that not all of the trails in an area will be open to all vehicle types. Follow the Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM)s and signage for the area and ride only on trails open to and wider than your OHV.

More Info:

Gunnison Ranger District, (970) 641-0471

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forest, (970) 874-6600

Forest / Grassland MVUM Page

Trail System Maps and GPS Files

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GMUG_Gunnison_South_2011.pdf

Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM)

Gunnison Ranger District - South

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Know Before You Go

Maps and data files are from a variety of sources. Trail and area conditions vary widely and many trails and areas may have changed significantly since the map or data file was created. Use your discretion and check with the local land management agency before riding or driving on public lands. Ride and drive at your own risk. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE!
Not all routes are open to all vehicles. Follow the Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) and signage for the area and ride only on trails open to and wider than your OHV. Almost all trails in Colorado are subject to seasonal restrictions and closures. Visit the road and trail closure info page for more information. Call the responsible agency before making plans to ride in an area.
All vehicles operated on designated OHV routes in Colorado must have a registration or permit issued by Colorado State Parks including those of non-residents. For more information, visit the State Parks OHV Program Page.
Some vehicles such as ATVs and side-by-sides are never street legal in Colorado even if licensed and plated in their home state. These vehicles must have a valid Colorado OHV registration or permit to be used on trails on public lands in Colorado.
This symbol indicates areas where most routes are open only to licensed, street-legal vehicles. Please refer to the MVUM for designated ATV and dirt bike routes.