Chalk Mountain Unimproved Road

This 2.9 mile trail runs through the San Isabel National Forest and is open from June thru September for the activities of ATVing, four-wheeling, horseback riding, motorcycling, mountain biking.

Chalk Mountain Road will take ATV rides through old growth spruce/fir forest and alpine meadows. The road itself provides good views of Mount of the Holy Cross, Chicago Ridge and Climax Molybdenum Company mining operations. An interesting fact about Chalk Mountain, is that during the 1970s, Chalk Mountain served as site of an observatory constructed by Louisiana State University.

Before you ride, the Forest Service asks that you do always do a pre-ride inspection of your ATV to make sure it is in good working order. Too many times, people get stuck out on the trails simply because they didn't do a little preventive maintenance on their ATVs. It only takes a minute to assure your ATV is mechanically sound and you won't have to worry about anything being loose or breaking.

Additionally, make sure you have your ATV permit and you are familiar with the rules and regs from the Forest Service for riding your ATV in this area. Be sure and wear your DOT approved helmet and always tell others where you are riding. When the ATV trails are even moderately difficult as this one is, be certain to never attempt it alone and always make sure you told at least one reliable person to book work away from that.