FATHER'S DAY RIDE
3 Days in the Mountains of Colorado. June 13-15
Join the Club for an outstanding 3 or 4 Days of camping, staging & riding in Chaffee County in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains.
Over 12 Epic Dual Sport, Singletrack & Adventure loops await.
Any Like-minded enthusiast can join this limited entry Club ride.
Experience the Thrill of The Rocky Mountans
Chaffee County has miles of trails, 2 track & Mountain Pass environs from 7k to over 13k feet above sea level.
Some of the most entertaining and Best in the West terrain imaginable.
__________________________________________________
6 DAYS OF COLORADO AUGUST 7-12
PLEASE NOTE
Lodging and Camping in the Rocky Mountains is at a premium in the Heart of the Rockies.
-
Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to camp at an A1 camp spot.
-
In the best place to ride from in the Heart of the Rockies.
-
There is no electricity or potable water on the property.
-
So there are no additional fees for camping.
-
The on-property irrigation creeks, as well as the Arkansas river are suitable for after ride cooling off, rinsing, bathing, soaking & fishing.
ADVENTURE RIDES ON THE GREAT DIVIDE TAKE PLACE ALL SUMMER & AUTUMN. LINK
The Father’s Day weekend ride offers an an outstanding riding & camping experience.
Combining the rugged charm of the Old West with modern-day convenience.
-
Camping & staging included at the River Park Mine off of Trout Creek Pass.
-
Level parking with room for the largest RV’s.
-
Plenty of tent space and room for your truck & or trailer.
-
Private Arkansas River access, with a creek that runs right through the camping area.
2 Colorado Hwys combine over Trout Creek Pass. Hwy 24 & 285.
-
Less than a mile from staging is Dominos PIzza, a Gas station and a Liquor store.
-
Camp 3 Miles from all the amenities of downtown Buena Vista.
-
2 top shelf Rocky Mountain Hot Springs are within a 15 minute drive.
-
Club membership with the ride includes Saturday night dinner & Sunday morning breakfast and coffee.
-
12 + Phone compatible Ride with GPS Loops available.
-
Club T-shirt available for purchase.
-
Ride with GPS Club Membership included.
. MORE ON CAMPING & RIDING
This Club ride invites riders to experience a unique opportunity to camp in an awesome location un-accessible to the general public.
-
Ride the diverse mountain terrain in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains of south-central Colorado in Mid-June.
-
While the High-mountain passes will still be snow covered.
-
There will be plenty of riding opportunity available on the Mosquito range and Trout Creek Pass.
-
And the south and west facing 4 mile OHV area.
-
The ride staging area is well drained area on decomposed granite. No mud puddles in camp.
-
Set-up your campsite on mown grass.
-
The loops consist of challenging Singletrack and Dual Sport, to easy Dual Sport & scenic Adventure routes.
-
All the loops stage & start from the private River Park mine on the east side of the Arkansas River.
-
West side of the Arkansas River Valley.
-
Just south of Buena Vista. (Beautiful View in Spanish)
-
Known for its rich mining & railroad history and vibrant outdoor culture Buena Vista serves as the perfect backdrop for an outstanding 3 or 4 days in the mountains.
-
Riders can enjoy 3 days of riding in beautiful Spring weather and minimal dust.
-
All routes conveniently cloverleaf from the ride HQ at the River Park Mine just south of Trout Creek Pass.
-
Weather you’re an ‘A’ rider or new to the sport, the Father’s day weekend promises to be an outstanding adventure.
-
The Father’s Day ride takes place from the same property as X-Roads BV.
-
The 6 Days takes place in August and offers 28+ more additional loops.
STAGING & CAMPING IN HEART OF THE ROCKIES
6 DAYS OF COLORADO LINK
What Club Members Are Saying:
“Accurate GPS tracks and like-minded enthusiasts make all the difference!”
Mark Mc
Long time Club member
“If you wanted to ride in the Rocky Mountains here is an opportunity to ride as much as you can handle”
Jay S
Motorcycle Afficionado
The Father's Day Experience
Cloverleaf Loops
Experience the convenience of loops that begin and end at the River Park Mine on Trout Creek Pass just across the Arkansas River from Johnson Village.
Across the street is the 4 Mile OHV area and the Continental Divide just to the West.
Allowing for easy access and maximum riding time.
Night Ride Friday Night
Enjoy the fun of a group night ride on an old Railroad right-of-way.
Beautiful Views of the Continental Divide from the old Colorado Midland railroad line above Buena Vista.
Headlamps are suggested on the this thrilling short night ride on dirt roads and rolling terrain at Sunset.
SMELTERTOWN SMOKESTACK
Historic Buena Vista
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Buena Vista, with its iconic Downtown, Saloons, and mining and railroad history.
Enhance your Colorado weekend adventure experience with a trip to downtown BV.
Saturday Night BBQ, DJ & Lazer light show
Hang out with a cool Team of Like-minded enthusiast’s.
Enjoy an included dinner. BYOB.
Ride HQ is the River Park MIne.
Riders will delight in the multiple options for Camping and RV parking.
Camp with the the group under the trees and enjoy large community bonfires or remote camp out back.
You could even get real remote and camp in the smooth old gravel Mine down near the River.
Spring Riding
Enjoy the awesome riding conditions with Colorado’s lovely at elevation cool spring weather, ideal for exploring diverse terrain.
Riders Meeting Every Morning
Partake in a Free Coffee and a riders meeting each morning at 8 AM.
Discuss what to Ride and explore.
Ride what you want to ride, when you want to ride it, with whoever you want to ride with.
The Club likes to see everyone on the trail by 9 AM, and be sure to check back in on final return each day.
FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND ROAD TRIP
Singletrack Thrills
Singletrack sections are available on all Challenging Dual Sport Loops.
From mild to extreme.
YELLOW IS LINKED ON US DUAL SPORTS.
There are beaucoup Singletrack Loops available at 6 Days of Colorado X-Roads BV in the Heart of the Rockies in Mid-August,
E-TICKET RIDES IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS
Ride old Narrow Gauge Railroad Lines in the Rocky Mountains.
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL AT 12K FEET
“Mecca” refers to a place considered to be a focal point for a particular activity.
-
Like motorcycle riding.
Chaffee County is 'Mecca' in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains.
Chaffee County sits on the eastern slope of the Continental Divide in the Heart of Rocky Mountains.
-
In south-central Colorado.
Bordered on the west by...
The Collegiate Peaks and the Sawatch Range.
-
Chaffee County has more over 14k peaks than other County in the Continental US.
-
The Colorado River headwaters are just over the Divide.
The Southern boundary of the County is...
The Sangre de Cristo range.
And the confluence of 3 National Forests.
-
The San Isabel, the Gunnison and the Rio Grande NF’s.
-
And the headwaters of the Rio Grande River.
The Eastern boundary of the County...
Follows the Mosquito Range.
-
Which descends toward the south from the Upper Arkansas Valley.
-
Where the Arkansas River flows toward the southeast.
-
And where the Arkansas river Exit’s the Mountains through Salida.
Chaffee County is at the Crossroads...
Of 3 US highways: 24, 50 and 285.
The elevation of the County ranges from just under 7,000 to over 14,000 feet on its highest peaks.
THE DENVER, SOUTHPARK & PACIFIC RR PALISADES
We navigate with Phone compatible Ride with GPS. RWGPS membership is included with Club membership.
-
Tracks are emailed 2 weeks before a ride.
-
Just download the App, set-up your phone, download the tracks and your all set.
6 DAYS OF COLORADO AUGUST 7-12
PERTINENT INFORMATION ON 'ABOUT'
MC LINK
19 PASSES IN THE HEART OF THE ROCKIES. 5 OF WHICH ARE PAVED. ALL ARE RIDEABLE
CLICKABLE MAPS
OVERALL VIEW OF THE HEART OF THE ROCKIES
TROUT CREEK PASS RAILROAD MAP FROM 1890 TO 1930. 3 RR’s WERE ACTIVE IN BUENA VISTA DURING THAT TIME FRAME.
RIVER PARK MINE OFF OF TROUT CREEK PASS MAP WITH MAP KEY AND LOCATIONS CIRCLED
37 MILE CLOCKWISE EXTREME SINGLETRACK LOOP ACROSS THE STREET FROM STAGING AREA. RIDE IT ON FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND.
PERTINENT RIDE INFO ON ‘ABOUT’
MC LINK
ROAD TRIP DIRECTIONS
X-Roads BV stages off of Hwy’s 285 & 24 on Trout Creek Pass.
Where is the Heart of the Rockies:
-
2.0 hours West of Colorado Springs on Hwy 24/285.
-
2.5 hours West of Colorado Springs on Hwy 50. Then North on Hwy 285.
-
3 hours West of Pueblo on Hwy 50.
Then North on Hwy 285.
-
3 hours Southwest of Denver on Hwy 285
-
3.5 hours East of Grand Junction on Hwy 50. Then North on Hwy 285.
-
3.5 hours North of Santa Fe, NM on Hwy 285
-
2 hours South of Leadville on Hwy 24/285 off of Hwy 70
-
MAP NOT TO SCALE
-
GOOGLE MAP LINK TO COUNTY ROAD 301
CAMPING & STAGING
There are 120 private acres at the River Park Mine.
- Camping spots are level and available in the freshly mown grass
- Tent Campsites available under the trees along the creek.
- There is more than enough room to spread out if you wish.
- Remote camping & parking available
- Plenty of firewood is available onsite for a campfire if you’d like.
- There are 2 creeks suitable for bathing.
- Arkansas River access for bathing & fishing.
- New Porta Potties will be on site.
- Showers are available at 2 nearby Hot Springs for a fee.
- If you wish to shower and soak in a Rocky Mountain Hot Spring.
HEART OF THE ROCKIES PHOTOS
OLD MIDLAND TRESTLE AT HOP GULCH. NIGHT RIDE DESTINANTION.
ON MT. ANTERO ABOVE 13,000 FEET
TRAVEL THE SCENIC ROCKIES TOGETHER
THE ALPINE TUNNEL COMPLEX BEFORE REMODELING
THE COLORADO MIDLAND OVER THE DENVER, SOUTH PARK & PACIFIC ON THE TOP OF TROUT CREEK PASS
NOW THIS IS COLORADO
3 DISCIPLINES AT THE FATHER’S DAY RIDE
Learn More on US Dual Sports
More Info on US Dual Sports about the Father’s Day Ride
Father's Day Google Photo Gallery
Fathers Day Ride to the Alpine Tunnel Historic District
’23 Father’s Day Ride Photo Gallery LINK
Simon Cudby’s Offroad Underground Photos from X-Roads in 2022
Q: WHAT DO I NEED TO GET STARTED
A sense of adventure and common sense.
CARLS’ DINER ON GREEN’S CREEK
CUSTOM RIDES
Dates don’t work for you or your crew ?
-
Exit Tours MC can create your own custom tailored Blue Ribbon Ride.
-
Designed to meet your own unique riding preferences and desires.
-
Gear portage, chase truck, lodging, meals.
-
Custom Ride with GPS tracks. No waiting for a Guide.
-
Use the Contact button below and make something happen.
