Forest Road 64D/64D2

Dogs Off-leash

E-Bikes Allowed

Features Commonly Bikepacked · Views

Creek/wetland crossing at about 4.5 miles in, can be avoided by taking alternate entrance/exit to Highway 64 at mile 4.08. Plenty of parking at the access point, or ride along the highway from another spot closer to or at Hopewell Lake. Link up with Forest Road 1893 or the Tony Marquez Trail loops for a longer ride. Good chance to view wildlife including elk.

Dogs are technically allowed off-leash but that may not be advisable due to abundance of wildlife in this area and possibility of encountering motorized vehicles.

Starting at the Carson National Forest boundary along Highway 64, this rugged road climbs onto a high plateau and meanders through aspen and conifer forests, leading to some amazing views of the Tusas and southern San Juan mountains. Some sections are rocky and steep, others are smooth with decent flow.

This is a great ride during autumn when the aspens are glowing and colors are at their peak. Interesting geologic formations add to the allure of this ride, including some of the oldest rocks on the planet. This is a motorized Forest Service road so e-bikes are allowed, while not heavily used you may encounter some vehicles. Several side trails branch off to scenic vistas and also link with other forest roads and ATV trails.