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Raggeds Trail
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Gunnison National Forest, Paonia Ranger District, Erickson Springs Campground, Deep Creek, Williams Creek Reservoir, Buck Creek, Anthracite Creek, Munsey Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Located in the Gunnison National Forest, this ATV trail is about 15 miles long and offers some technical riding plus scenic river, ponds and lake views. The trail is divided into a southern and northern section. ATVs and dirtbikes are permitted on the southern part but the northern section is reserved for non-motorized use. The trail eventually intersects with Deep Creek which can be extremely dangerous to cross during late spring due to fast moving and very cold river currents. Also note that the main entrance road (Forest Service Road #795) that leads to the trailhead is narrow and rugged and can be impassable during wet weather. For current road and river conditions contact the Paonia Ranger District before heading out.
Erickson Springs Campground is located a short distance away and offers 18 sites that can accommodate trailers up to 35 feet. There is no direct OHV access from this campground but it does have access to hiking trails and fishing holes. The campground generally opens for the season around late May through Labor Day Weekend.
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) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 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 | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($4.00 per vehicle) Erickson Springs Day Use Fee |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $14.00 RV: $14.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $6.00 Erickson Springs Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Paonia, CO | ||
| From: Delta, CO
1) Take CO-92 east about 50 miles 2) Turn right (south-east) onto CO-12/Kebler Pass Road, continue about 6 miles 3) Turn left (north) onto FS-795, continue about .5 miles toward trailheads. For Erickson Springs Campground: 4) Continue past intersection of FS-795 about .25 miles (cross over the bridge) 5) Campground entrance is on the left (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Gunnison National Forest - Paonia Ranger District P.O. Box 1030 Paonia, CO 81428 (970) 527-4131 mailroom_r2_grand_mesa_uncompahgre_gunnison@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Colorado Parks And Wildlife - Registration Unit 13787 South Highway 85 Littleton, CO 80125 (303) 791-1920 dnr.ivrsparks@state.co.us cpw.state.co.us |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 7600 to 9600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Single Track |  None | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Little | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 30+ Miles (W) | Stop N Save (970) 527-3395 |
| Diesel | 30+ Miles (W) | Stop N Save (970) 527-3395 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Erickson Springs Campground (970) 527-4131 |
 RV Hookup | 30+ Miles (W) | Valley Sunset RV Ranch (970) 874-0200 |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (W) | Valley Sunset RV Ranch (970) 874-0200 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (S) | Erickson Springs Campground (970) 527-4131 |
 Conv Store | 30+ Miles (W) | Stop N Save (970) 527-3395 |
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