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Mancos Cortez System

Montezuma County, Colorado

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This trail system through the southern San Juan Mountains provides miles of trails ranging from the scenic Aspen Loop ATV route, to the Morrison trail which provides both singletrack and ATV opportunities. Dispersed camping is available, as well as a developed campground.

Popular Trails in This Area

Transfer Recreation Area
Aspen Loop
Chicken Creek

Detailed Description

Old Push Pin is located in Downtown Mancos. (N37 20.848 W108 17.345)

Aspen Loop and Chicken Creek Trailheads are up County Road 42 north of Mancos.

How To Get There

From Mancos: Head north on CO-184 W/N Main St approx 0.3 miles to Co Rd 42. Turn east on Co Rd 42 and follow approx 5.3 miles where it will turn into Rd 561. Continue on Rd 561 approx 4.5 miles to Rd 565. Continue on Rd 565 approx 0.8 miles to trail access.

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Trail System Information

Location:

N37 28.133 W108 11.964

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Nearest City:

Montezuma

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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:

Dolores Ranger District, (970) 882-7296

San Juan National Forest, (970) 247-4874

Forest / Grassland MVUM Page

Website:

http://www.fs.fed....lores-trails.shtml

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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.