South Fork offers over 250 miles of groomed trails as well as plenty of side trails, open parks, meadows and hills to climb from 8,200ft to 12,000ft. Most of these trails follow Forest Service roads and can be used in the winter by snowmobiles and cross country skiers and in the summer by 4-wheelers, rock hounds, photographers, artists, hunters, fishermen, hikers and mountain bikers. Have fun, ask questions, be courteous, be careful, and help keep our Rio Grande National Forest beautiful.

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO  CONSULT LOCAL SOURCES CONCERNING DIRECTIONS AND  TRAIL CONDITIONS BEFORE RIDING. REMEMBER!!!!! NEVER RIDE OR SKI ALONE AND LEAVE RIDING LOCATION INFORMATION WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, OR WITH YOUR LODGE OWNER.

PB -TRAIL #1 Willow Park/Del Norte Peak (Forest Service Rd. #350-345)
Elevation: 8,250 - 12,400
Travel East 1.6 miles on Hwy 160 turn right and go 7 miles up FSR 350. Take the right hand fork into Willow Park, approx. 10 miles or take the left hand fork on FSR #345, approx. 3 miles, turn right on FSR #359. Or go straight on FSR #345 at the fork and continue approx. 12-14 miles to Pinos Creek Road #330, turn right here for approx. 1 mile. At the chicken foot turn right on FSR# 332 and continue to Pogue Lake, Beaver Reservoir or back to Willow Park. Parks and valleys are plentiful to play in and at close observation you will possibly see a variety of wildlife. Restroom & picnic tables available. Loops with trail #2 Beaver Creek/Cross Creek

PB-Trail #2 Beaver Creek/Cross Creek (Forest Service RD. #360-359)
Elevation: 8,700 - 11,500
Travel southwest 1.9 miles on Hwy 160 going toward Wolf Creek Pass turn left on Beaver Creek Road approx. 5 miles to the Reservoir, where by the way, the ice fishing is excellent. Parking is at the far end of the lake and restrooms are available. Two miles after leaving the parking area go straight approx. 8 miles on FSR #360 to Poague Lake or turn left on FSR #359 to Cross Creek and Willow Park FSR #350. There is a possible 23 mile loop on trail FSR #359 for experienced riders only. Numerous parks and valleys will also be found. This trail intercepts with trail #1 (Willow Park) with an approximate loop of 90 miles.

PB-Trail #3 Fox Mountain/Park Creek Road (Forest Service Rd. #381)
Seven Miles S.W. of South Fork on Hwy 160 west toward Wolf Creek Pass, turn left on Park Creek Road FSR #380 toward Summitville. Watch for heavy equipment and trucks, even in the winter. The trail head is 3 miles up, with parking at the road or bridge. Eight miles to the end of the trail at an elevation of 
11,530 feet, there are few places to play until you reach the end of the trail. At the top there are large meadows and lots of places to ride. Return the same way.

PB- Trail #4 Pass Creek Trail/Tucker Ponds (Forest Service Rd. #390)
Elevation: 9,200 - 11,380
Travel southwest on Hwy 160 14.2 miles toward Wolf Creek Pass, to Pass Creek Road, a parking lot is provided. There are several meadows to play in before reaching the main meadow at about 7 miles. Several side trips are not marked or groomed. After the big meadow (Campo Molin), there are 6 miles of side hilling and steep winding trail, not recommended for beginners and ends on Park Creek Road. You can even begin your ride there and return the same way. Restrooms at Tucker Ponds.(Also great for Nordic Skiing)

PB - Trail #5 Big Meadows Trail (Forest Service Rd. #410-430)
This trail starts 12.3 miles S.W. of South Fork on Hwy 160 towards Wolf Creek Pass, at Big Meadows Reservoir turn off. The first stop is 2 miles to the reservoir where the ice fishing is good. FSR #410 continues for 13 miles with an ending elevation of 11,600 ft. This is mostly trail riding with some side trails and a few meadows. Restrooms at Big Meadows Reservoir. (Also great for Nordic Skiing)

ST-610
To reach the trailhead go 1 1/2 miles north on Hwy 149, take the first right after crossing the river to CR 15. Once on CR 15 travel 2 miles to FSR 610. Unload here unless snow is light then travel up the road to a good location. After you get on top there are numerous trails and meadows to ride on and play in.

ST-630
Travel 2 miles east of South Fork on Hwy 160 taking a left turn to CR 19, follow this to CR 15 staying to the right travel approximately 4 miles to the sign for Aqua Romon. Take this road to FSR 630 to the microwave tower and trailhead. The trail will take you to the top of Rincon Ridge, were you will again find many great open play areas.

ST-611
This is a short trail that connects ST-610 to ST-630.

ST-615
Another connection between trails ST-630 and  ST-611.

ST-613
A short trail between ST-610 and ST-612. There are several places along this trail to practice your jumps. and a shortcut to get to the play area at the end of ST-630.

ST-612
This connects trails ST-610 and ST-611. Watch out for a barbed wire fence at the top of the meadow.

ST-330/329
From South Fork travel 17 miles to the west side of Del Norte,and take  CR 14  until you reach the FS gate or if snow is light continue to a good location usually at Elk Park. Follow this trail for about 6 miles to a 4 way or chickfoot. Take the trail to the left FSR 329. This trail will take you to the top for Blowout Pass and from there you can try to reach the top of Bennett Peak and try some high marking.

A FREE map is also available from both the Powder Busters and the Silver Thread Outdoor Club. The clubs  sponsors group rides throughout the season and loves new comers and visitors to the area to join them.  Please contact the club for more information

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