At around 10 miles, the Government Trail is a good run for the 4-wheeler rider of moderate skill level.
The trail opens during the summer and closes during the winter, and it is home to many non 4-wheeler activities from hiking to motorcycling. The 4-wheeler trail begins at Maroon Creek and from there you tread across an old-fashioned wooden bridge and head into some steep terrain which will force you to climb upwards.
This area is the only really challenging part of this 4-wheeler trail. After the steep climb, the rest of this trail should be pretty smooth for the average 4-wheeler rider and the trail is rated as "easy". From there you will guide your 4-wheeler though some luscious scenery that includes beautiful aspen, thick pines, and picturesque meadows full of flowers during the early part of the riding season. Remember that this 4-wheeler trail isn't a loop, so it would be a good idea to get access to a car shuttle.
To get to the Government Trail, take Highway 82 for half a mile west of Aspen and then take a left into Maroon Creek road. Take a right once on the road and keep going until you get to Iselin Park. The 4-wheeler trail will be visible on the right in the back of the tennis court.
When you ride your 4-wheeler in this area, always remember the standards of Treadlightly and leave this trail nice for the next group of riders.
The trail opens during the summer and closes during the winter, and it is home to many non 4-wheeler activities from hiking to motorcycling. The 4-wheeler trail begins at Maroon Creek and from there you tread across an old-fashioned wooden bridge and head into some steep terrain which will force you to climb upwards.
This area is the only really challenging part of this 4-wheeler trail. After the steep climb, the rest of this trail should be pretty smooth for the average 4-wheeler rider and the trail is rated as "easy". From there you will guide your 4-wheeler though some luscious scenery that includes beautiful aspen, thick pines, and picturesque meadows full of flowers during the early part of the riding season. Remember that this 4-wheeler trail isn't a loop, so it would be a good idea to get access to a car shuttle.
To get to the Government Trail, take Highway 82 for half a mile west of Aspen and then take a left into Maroon Creek road. Take a right once on the road and keep going until you get to Iselin Park. The 4-wheeler trail will be visible on the right in the back of the tennis court.
When you ride your 4-wheeler in this area, always remember the standards of Treadlightly and leave this trail nice for the next group of riders.
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