Rule Ridge

Large forest loop crisscrossed by 50″-wide ATV trail system.

Great area for weekend and vacation getaways. Many fun trails to explore beyond what’s shown on our map. Lots of large camp spots on the north end where we started. Although this section is in the Hayman Burn Area, it has recovered quickly and you’ll see lots of wildflowers early in the year. You can also start the trail at Waypoint 04, from Divide, CO. This whole area is popular for unlicensed vehicles because of the 50″-wide 717 Trail System which crisscrosses everywhere. See Phantom Creek, Trail #85, for details of a large staging area where many people access the 717 system.

Although much of this trail is easy, the moderate sections will challenge stock vehicles, especially an optional loop around 357A and 357B. This loop is very narrow and steep in places, but we managed it in our stock Grand Cherokee. Low-range gears are definitely needed. Novice drivers should probably skip this part.