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Main Draw OHV Area
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Pawnee OHV Area, Pawnee National Grassland, Pawnee Grasslands OHV Area, Willow Creek, Arapaho National Forest, Roosevelt National Forest |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular play area offers a two mile long gully that with plenty of jumps, hill climbs, steep ridges and trails that wind through narrow canyons. The area is open to offroad use generally from November through April.
Visitors should note that OHVs are only permitted within the play area and are not allowed on the roads or across the prairie. The area may close temporarily on short notice due to inclement weather so call first before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Colorado OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | November 1 through April 9 | |
| 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 | (1998/older limit 99 dB, 1998/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Some Areas | only permitted in the open play area |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,280 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Climate Type | Plains | |
| Elevation | 5400 to 5500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud |  Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Mostly | |
| Trees |  None | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Many | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Open Play Area |
| Land | National Forest |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Nunn, CO | |
| Diesel | Nunn, CO | |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Fort Collins North/Wellington KOA (970) 568-7486 or (800) 562-8142 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Fort Collins North/Wellington KOA (970) 568-7486 or (800) 562-8142 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Fort Collins North/Wellington KOA (970) 568-7486 or (800) 562-8142 |
| Campground | Nunn, CO | |
 Conv Store | Nunn, 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 | Nunn, CO | ||
| From: Greeley, CO
1) Take US-85 North about 30 miles 2) Turn right (east) onto CR-122, continue 8 miles 3) Turn left (north) onto CR-45, continue about 2 miles 4) Turn right (east) onto Grassland Road 640, continue about 1 mile toward staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Arapaho And Roosevelt National Forests - Pawnee Ranger District 660 “O” Street Greeley, CO 80631 (970) 834-9270 mailroom_r2_arapaho_roosevelt@fs.fed.us pngvis@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Colorado State Parks - Registration Unit 13787 South Highway 85 Littleton, CO 80125 (303) 791-1920 www.cpwshop.com |
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/7/2015 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
Main Draw OHV Area Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 12/30/2013 (Thanks!)
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