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Stillwater Pass
Thursday, February 29, 2024
| Other Names | Grand Lake Trail System, Idleglen Trailhead, Supply Creek Trailhead, Gravel Mountain, Arapaho National Forest, Roosevelt National Forest, Sulphur Ranger District |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
The Stillwater Pass and Grand Lake trail systems can be accessed at the Idleglen and Supply Creek Trailheads. The trails gets heavy traffic so expect weekends to be busy. The trail access is free and open to mountainbikes, OHVs and snowmobiles when the proper conditions are met.
Restrooms and a kiosk are provided at the trailhead and snowmobile and OHV rentals are located at nearby Grand Lake and Granby. Vehicles must display state registration or a non-resident Colorado OHV sticker. Vault toilets and parking can be found at the trailhead.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Colorado OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | June 15 - November 15 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | Colorado Non-Resident OHV permit required. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | (1998/older limit 99 dB, 1998/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) watch for restrictions and check with the forest service |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
| Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Jeep/SUV Patrol Park rangers drive around all the time checking for OHV stickers |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 32,000 acres (50 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 130 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 8000 to 10000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack | Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Grand Lake, CO | |
| Diesel | Grand Lake, CO | |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Elk Creek Campground (970) 627-8502 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Elk Creek Campground (970) 627-8502 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Elk Creek Campground (970) 627-8502 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (S) | Stillwater Campground (970) 887-4100 |
 Conv Store | Grand Lake, CO |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Grand Lake, CO | ||
| From: Granby, CO
1) Take US-34 north about 9 miles 2) Turn left (west) on County Road 4, continue 4.5 miles 3) Staging area is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Arapaho And Roosevelt National Forests - Sulphur Ranger District 2150 Centre Avenue, Building E Fort Collins, CO 80526 (970) 887-4100 mailroom_r2_arapaho_roosevelt@fs.fed.us srdvis@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Colorado State Parks - Registration Unit 13787 South Highway 85 Littleton, CO 80125 (303) 791-1920 dnr.ivrsparks@state.co.us cpw.state.co.us |
| Comment | Colorado OHV Registration Info |
| Contact Info | On the Trail Rentals 1447 County Road 491 Grand Lake, CO 80447 (970) 627-0171 (970) 627-8866 www.onthetrailrentals.com |
| Comment | ATV and snowmobile rentals |
| Contact Info | Spirit Lake Rentals 10438 US HWY 34 Grand Lake, CO 80447 (970) 627-9288 rentals@spiritlakemotorsports.com spiritlakerentals.com |
| Comment | ATV and UTV Rentals plus full service Polaris dealership. |
| Contact Info | Above And Beyond 4x4 Guides (970) 390-5337 www.aboveandbeyond4x4guides.com |
| Comment | ATV and 4x4 Tours |
Stillwater Pass Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 1/28/2013 (Thanks!)
Stillwater Pass Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 10/7/2014 (Thanks!)
Stillwater Pass Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 10/7/2014 (Thanks!)
Stillwater Pass Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/18/2017 (Thanks!)
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