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Lefthand Canyon OHV Area
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Alt Names Left Hand Canyon OHV Area, Lefthand Canyon, Roosevelt National Forest, Lefthand Creek, Carnage Canyon, Fairview Peak, Golden Age Hill, Parphyry Mountain, Fdr 286
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
Located in the Roosevelt National Forest this popular area offers some technical single track, challenging hillclimbs and several steep, rocky jeep trails with rewarding scenic mountain views. There is a shooting range nearby and primitive camping is allowed. There are no fees to ride the area, however the Forest Service may change this in the near future.

***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (March 2010)
LOCATION
Nearest City Boulder, CO
GPS Coordinates N 40º 06.399' W 105º 19.354'
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 From: Boulder, CO

1) Take US 36 north about 9 miles
2) Turn left (west) on Lefthand Canyon Dr
3) Continue about 3.5 miles
4) Turn right (north) on FDR 286
5) Proceed about .5 miles toward the staging area
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type National Forest
QUALITY
Pros free, scenic views, primitive camping allowed
Cons very rocky
Rating Rating    Good
Recommended Stay Full Day
Spring/Summer
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes CO OHV sticker required
Dates Open Year-Round
Spark Arrestor Yes
Noise Limit Yes (99 dB)
Night Riding Unknown
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
UTVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction Not Recommended
Camping No Restriction
Campfires No Restriction
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee No ($0.00)
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
CONTACTS
Contact Info Roosevelt National Forest - Boulder Ranger District
2140 Yarmouth Avenue
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 541-2500
www.fs.fed.us
TERRAIN
Miles Of Trail 10
Climate Type Forest
Elevation 6000 to 8000 ft.
Trail Maintenance Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard Pack The trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
Sand This trail has no sandy areas.None
Mud The trail has little mud after it rains.Little
Dust The trail has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This trail has mostly rocks.Mostly
Trees The trail has some trees.Some
Steep Hills This trail has some steep hills.Some
Small Jumps This trail has some small jumps.Some
Sand/Gravel Pits This national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This national forest has some single track trails.Some
Roads This national forest has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The national forest has some rider traffic on typical days.Some
Shade This national forest has many shaded areas.Many
Ranges/Gunfire This national forest has some shooting ranges or gunfire.Some
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice Terrain This trail has little beginner terrain.Little
Amateur Terrain This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This trail has some expert terrain.Some
GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES
First Aid 5-20 Miles (S) Boulder Community Hospital (303) 440-2273
Gasoline 5-20 Miles (SE) Boulder
Diesel 5-20 Miles (SE) Boulder
Water 5-20 Miles (SE) Boulder
RV Hookup 20-30 Miles (NE) Parrish Ranch RV Resort (303) 772-5118
RV Disposal 20-30 Miles (E) Carter Lake (970) 679-4570
Campground 5-20 Miles (NW) Peaceful Valley Campground (877) 444-6777
Conv Store 5-20 Miles (SE) N. Boulder Market (303) 444-0215
Swim Area 5-20 Miles (SE) Boulder Reservoir Marina (303) 413-7200
Water Body 1-5 Miles (S) Lefthand Creek
Boat Ramp 5-20 Miles (SE) Boulder Reservoir Marina (303) 413-7200

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