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Raggeds Trail

Saturday, December 23, 2023

Other Names

Gunnison National Forest, Paonia Ranger District, Erickson Springs Campground, Deep Creek, Williams Creek Reservoir, Buck Creek, Anthracite Creek, Munsey Creek

Last Known StatusOpen

Located in the Gunnison National Forest, this ATV trail is about 15 miles long and offers some technical riding plus scenic river, ponds and lake views. The trail is divided into a southern and northern section. ATVs and dirtbikes are permitted on the southern part but the northern section is reserved for non-motorized use. The trail eventually intersects with Deep Creek which can be extremely dangerous to cross during late spring due to fast moving and very cold river currents. Also note that the main entrance road (Forest Service Road #795) that leads to the trailhead is narrow and rugged and can be impassable during wet weather. For current road and river conditions contact the Paonia Ranger District before heading out.

Erickson Springs Campground is located a short distance away and offers 18 sites that can accommodate trailers up to 35 feet. There is no direct OHV access from this campground but it does have access to hiking trails and fishing holes. The campground generally opens for the season around late May through Labor Day Weekend.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesColorado OHV Sticker
Dates OpenYear-Round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedNoColorado Non-Resident OHV permit required.
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthYes (50 inches)has entrance gate or posts
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermitted
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsPermitted(maximum width 50 inches)
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermitted(maximum width 50 inches)
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates 4x4 & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Prohibited
2 Stroke EnginesNo Restriction
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingNo Restriction(camp anywhere)
Campfire Restrictions Campfires
Night RidingUnknown
Trail BlazingProhibitedstay on the trail
Rule Enforcement
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TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandNational Forest

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
EntryYes ($4.00 per vehicle)
Erickson Springs Day Use Fee
Riding(None)
CampingYes
Tent: $14.00
RV: $14.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $6.00
Erickson Springs Campground Fee

RATINGS

Our RatingRatingGood
Recommended StayFull Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityPaonia, CO
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From: Delta, CO
1) Take CO-92 east about 50 miles
2) Turn right (south-east) onto CO-12/Kebler Pass Road, continue about 6 miles
3) Turn left (north) onto FS-795, continue about .5 miles toward trailheads.

For Erickson Springs Campground:
4) Continue past intersection of FS-795 about .25 miles (cross over the bridge)
5) Campground entrance is on the left (east).

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoGunnison National Forest - Paonia Ranger District
P.O. Box 1030
Paonia, CO 81428
(970) 527-4131
mailroom_r2_grand_mesa_uncompahgre_gunnison@fs.fed.us
www.fs.usda.gov
Contact InfoColorado Parks And Wildlife - Registration Unit
13787 South Highway 85
Littleton, CO 80125
(303) 791-1920
dnr.ivrsparks@state.co.us
cpw.state.co.us

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TERRAIN

Miles Of Trail15
Climate TypeForest
Elevation7600 to 9600 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Single TrackThis national forest has no single track trails.None
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has little beginner terrain.Little
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has some expert terrain.Some

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline30+ Miles (W)Stop N Save (970) 527-3395
Diesel Diesel30+ Miles (W)Stop N Save (970) 527-3395
Potable Water Water1-5 Miles (S)Erickson Springs Campground (970) 527-4131
RV Hookups RV Hookup30+ Miles (W)Valley Sunset RV Ranch (970) 874-0200
RV Dump Station RV Disposal30+ Miles (W)Valley Sunset RV Ranch (970) 874-0200
Primitive Camping Campground1-5 Miles (S)Erickson Springs Campground (970) 527-4131
Convenience Store Conv Store30+ Miles (W)Stop N Save (970) 527-3395
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