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Wagon Wheel OHV Trails
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Rio Blanco County, Garfield County, White River National Forest, Blanco Ranger District, Yellow Jacket Pass, Pagoda Peak, North Fork, Aldrich Lakes, Four Mile-widow Springs Four-wheel Drive Road, Miller Creek, Hay Flats, Fawn Creek, Elk Creek, Deadhorse, Sleepy Cat Peak, Flat Tops, 10th Street Bridge, North Fork Campground, Big Beaver Reservoir, Lake Avery, Meadow Ridge Campground, Meadow Lake Campground |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This new trail system offers over 250 miles of marked trails with 16 interconnecting loops that wind through a mix of county, Forest Service and BLM land. The trail system has numerous access points including several trailheads conveniently located in the town of Meeker.
The North Fork Campground provides access to the northern half of the trail system but is very popular (reservations recommended). Meadow Lake and Meadow Ridge Campgrounds are located at the southern part of the trail system.
Most of the trails usually open around late May but some sections reopen in mid June due to elk calving. Exact dates may vary so be sure to check with the Forest Service before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Colorado OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | May 21 - November 22 | |
| 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 | Yes (62 inches) | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 62 inches) |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 10,000 acres (16 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 250 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 7300 to 10000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps |  None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM, National Forest, County Land |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Meeker, CO | White River Convenience (970) 878-5353 |
| Diesel | Meeker, CO | White River Convenience (970) 878-5353 |
 Water | Meeker, CO | |
 RV Hookup | Meeker, CO | Meeker Riverbend RV Park (970) 220-2150 |
 RV Disposal | Meeker, CO | Meeker Riverbend RV Park (970) 220-2150 |
| Campground | On Site | various campgrounds |
 Conv Store | Meeker, CO | White River Convenience (970) 878-5353 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $22.00 RV: $22.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $5.00 North Fork Campground Fee |
| Comment | Meadow Lake and Meadow Ridge Campgrounds - $17/night and $5/additional vehicle. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Meeker, CO | ||
| From: Grand Junction, CO
For the Hay Flats Trailhead: 1) Take I-70 East to Exit 87 2) Turn left (north) off the exit ramp onto US-6, continue 2.7 miles 3) Turn left (north) onto Will Ave/CO-13, continue about 43 miles 4) Turn right (south) onto 10th Street, continue about 25 miles toward the Hay Flats Trailhead. For the Miller Creek Trailhead: 1) Continue east past 10th Street about 2 miles 2) Veer right (east) onto County Road 8, continue, continue about 10 miles 3) Turn right (south) onto County Road 57, continue about 1 mile. For the Yellow Jacket Pass Trailhead: 1) Take Market Street/County Road 789 east about 1 mile 2) Turn right (north-east) onto County Road 15, continue about 11 miles 3) Turn right (east) onto Yellow Jacket Pass Road. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | White River National Forest - Blanco Ranger District 220 East Market Street Meeker, CO 81641 (970) 878-4039 mailroom_r2_white_river@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Meeker Chamber of Commerce 710 Market Street Meeker, CO 81641 (970) 878-5510 director@meekerchamber.com www.wagonwheeltrails.org |
| Contact Info | Colorado State Parks - Registration Unit 13787 South Highway 85 Littleton, CO 80125 (303) 791-1920 dnr.ivrsparks@state.co.us cpw.state.co.us |
Wagon Wheel Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/5/2015 (Thanks!)
Wagon Wheel Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/5/2015 (Thanks!)
Wagon Wheel Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/5/2015 (Thanks!)
Wagon Wheel Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/5/2015 (Thanks!)
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