Where can we ride ATVs (all-terrain-vehicles) and motorcycles in southwestern Colorado? Is there a difference between BLM and Forest Service rules?
Generally, ATVs and motorcycles are allowed on open Forest Service and BLM roads, unless posted otherwise. Travel OFF roads is generally not allowed in National Forests, but may be allowed in some specific areas of BLM lands. Travel management for the San Juan National Forest is marked on the Forest Map, available at all San Juan Forest offices. These maps indicate both trails and roads where motorized off-highway vehicles are allowed. Please check with your local public lands office to learn where you may legally ride. The San Juan Public Lands Center phone number is (970)247-4874 or visit us 1/2 mile west of Durango at 15 Burnett Court off US Hwy 160. Your ATV must be registered with the State of Colorado even if it is registered in another state. Please contact a Colorado State Parks and Recreation Office for information on off-road vehicle registration. Please ride your OHV responsibly. For information on how you can “Tread Lightly” on the land, please visit: http://www.4x44u.com/p
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