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Captain Jacks Trail
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Jones Park Trail, Bear Creek Watershed, Jones Park Trail #667, Mesa Reservoir, Mays Peak, Mt. Buckhorn, Bear Creek, North Cheyenne, Mt. Garfield, Helen Creek, Penirose Trailhead, Pike National Forest, Penrose Trail #665, Lower Captain Jack's Trail |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This challenging single track trail is slightly over 6 miles long but is mostly smooth and hard packed dirt with some moderate climbs and descents. The trails wind through a mixed pine tree forest and offers panoramic views of rugged boulders and snow capped mountains.
There are two trailheads but the preferred access point is the southern staging area located off Gold Camp Road. Both staging areas are open for day use only and feature a dirt lot with trash cans, but no other services. ATVs are not permitted, but nearby Penrose Commons, Rampart Range, North Divide and Rainbow Falls provide trails for wider machines.
Visitors should note that this is a multiple-use trail, and is open to hiking, mountain bikes and equestrian use, so use caution. The trail is open year-round but may be inaccessible during the winter months. For current trail conditions contact the Pikes Peak Ranger District.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Colorado OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| 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 | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Colorado Springs, CO | ||
| Address | Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 | ||
| From: Colorado Springs, CO
1) Take I-25 North to Exit 141 2) Veer left (west) onto Cimmarron Street, continue 2.4 miles 3) Turn left (south) onto 26th Street, continue 2.5 miles (road name changes to Bear Creek Road) 4) Turn left (east) onto Gold Camp Road, continue about 3 miles 5) Staging area is on the right (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Pike National Forest - Pikes Peak Ranger District 601 South Weber Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719) 636-1602 mailroom_r2_pike_san_isabel@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 6 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 7800 to 9000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | All | |
| Roads | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Conoco (719) 635-0303 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | Conoco (719) 635-0303 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Crystal Kangaroo Campground (719) 685-5010 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Crystal Kangaroo Campground (719) 685-5010 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Crystal Kangaroo Campground (719) 685-5010 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Wye Campground (719) 553-1400 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Conoco (719) 635-0303 |
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