Colorado Jeep & 4WD
Salida & Monarch Jeeping & ATV/UTV Trails
With countless passes and trails open to off-roaders, the area surrounding Salida & Monarch is ideal for ATV and four-wheel drive enthusiasts. Located in the Arkansas River Valley, the area is bounded by three mountain ranges - the Sawatch Range to the northwest, the Sangre de Cristo Range to the south, and the Mosquito Range to the north. The combination of flat and rocky surfaces offers trails and roads for riders of any skill level. And, with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, the region has earned the nickname "The Banana Belt." The mild climate allows for off-roading and other outdoor sports almost year-round.
Nearby towns offer plenty to do besides four-wheeling, too. Poncha Springs has 99 hot springs to relax in after a long day of hitting the trails. Rafting outfitters along the Arkansas River can give vacationers a taste of whitewater. And, a few miles to the east, Salida and Buena Vista have historic shops, lodging and restaurants.
For complete Jeeping & ATV Information near Salida & Monarch Contact:
Salida Ranger District
325 West Rainbow Blvd.
Salida, Colorado 81201
719-539-3591
Places to Stay & Fun Things to Do
Adventures All Year! Explore the Collegiate Peaks near Salida and Monarch riding a snowmobile, ATV, or UTV. See Colorado's golden Autumn season. RIDE the DIVIDE! Guided tours or unguided rentals.
Serving Salida and Royal Gorge: Jeep rentals and trail maps. Anderson will get you off the beaten path to play in the Collegiate Peaks. Guided Jeep Tours: Discover private mines, rock hounding claims.
Near Monarch Mountain Ski Area. Creekside has luxury cabins, mountain chalets with full kitchen, open living room, WiFi, gas fireplace and private hot tub. NEW 2023: Camping Sites! We are PET FRIENDLY!
More Activities & Information
Buena Vista Area, Colorado includes: Johnson Village, Nathrop, St. Elmo
Salida, Colorado includes: Howard, Monarch, Poncha Springs