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Bangs Canyon is a vast high-desert area with thousands of acres of trails, including many miles of single-track that are ideal for dirtbike riders. The terrain is a mix of hard-packed ground, slickrock, rocks, and sand. The trails feature many steep hills and berms. The difficulty is broad, with some beginner terrain, but it is mostly intermediate with some expert sections to challenge riders.
This BLM-managed park is a multi-use area that permits ATVs, UTVs, and Jeeps in some areas. The Bangs Canyon trailhead provides the only direct access to motorized trails. Camping is permitted in some areas.Dirt Bike Trail System
Bangs Canyon
AKA: Billings Canyon Jeep Trail, Roll Over Ridge, Quad Rocker Loop, Gunnison River, Butterknife, Grand Valley, Grand Mesa, Mica Mine, Rough Canyon, Ladder Canyon, Cross Canyon, Horse Mesa, Rough Canyon Falls, Third Flats ATV Trail System
Grand Junction, CO
Off-Road Trails
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Approximate Size
58,000 acres (91 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
25 miles
Elevation Range
4500 to 7250 ft.
Operating Season
All Year
About Bangs Canyon
Bangs Canyon is a vast high-desert area with thousands of acres of trails, including many miles of single-track that are ideal for dirtbike riders. The terrain is a mix of hard-packed ground, slickrock, rocks, and sand. The trails feature many steep hills and berms. The difficulty is broad, with some beginner terrain, but it is mostly intermediate with some expert sections to challenge riders. This BLM-managed park is a multi-use area that permits ATVs, UTVs, and Jeeps in some areas. The Bangs Canyon trailhead provides the only direct access to motorized trails. Camping is permitted in some...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Little
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
Few
Rocks
Few
Natural Features
Trees
Few
Steep Hills
Many
Water Crossings
None
Trail Features
Small Jumps
Few
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Many
Pits
Few
Trail Types
Singletrack
Many
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Little
Amateur Terrain
Mostly
Expert Terrain
Few
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Camping
Camping is allowed in developed sites only.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
Colorado OHV Sticker
Operating Season
All Year
Trailhead Coordinates
38.9812369, -108.6882762
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