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Kelly Flats

Larimer County, Colorado

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Kelly Flats is notorious for Heart Attack Hill�an extremely steep and rocky climb near the beginning of the trail. Rollovers and unintentional dismounts are a real risk and the alternate route isn�t that much easier. Once past the hill or its alternate, the two-track road flattens out and provides many scenic views.

Popular Trails in This Area

Kelly Flats Road (168.0.1)
Heart Attack Hill (168)**
Heart Attack Hill Alternate (168C)

Detailed Description

Heart Attack Hill is loose, rocky and steep with concrete at steepest part on top

Heart Attack Hill Alternate has several steep sections and more narrow, but slightly easier

The remainder of the Kelly Flats Road is easy and scenic

Note

Please be courteous to nearby homeowners and observe speed limits on the center sections of the Kelly Flats Road

Recommended Maps

Trails Illustrated #101 Cache La Poudre, Big Thompson

Trails Illustrated #112 Poudre River, Cameron Pass

USFS Roosevelt and Arapaho NF

Roosevelt Canyon Lakes MVUM

Adopted Trails

**FR168 Adopted by Larimer County 4WD Club

http://www.mountaineers4x4.org/

How To Get There

From US-287 & Poudre Canyon Highway (14), head west approximately 25.3 Miles until you reach the Kelly Flats Trail Head on the North Side of the Road. It is about 10 miles past the Mishawaka bar and grill.

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Trail System Information

Location:

N40 40.957 W105 28.980

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Location is:

Staging Area At Trailhead

Nearest City:

Fort Collins

Difficulty:

6 - 8

Distance:

20 Miles round trip

Time:

1.5 hours

Elevation:

7000 to 10500 feet

Best For:

4WD

UTV/SxS

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:

Canyon Lakes Ranger District, (970) 295-6700

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland, (970) 295-6700

Forest / Grassland MVUM Page

Trail System Maps and GPS Files

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AR_CanyonLakes_North_2009.pdf

Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM)

Canyon Lakes Ranger District - North

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How to Print Sections of a Motor Vehicle Use Map

KellyFlats7MileLicensedMotorcycles.gpx

GPS Exchange File (151.1." KB)

47 mile loop through Kelly Flats, Seven Mile, and the singletrack Swamp Creek Cutoff. Connects trails using country roads and singletrack so you must be street legal and on a motorcycle for this loop. Be prepared for big hills, lots of rocks, and water.

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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.