Mt. Rosa

4.3/5 (23 reviews)
Colorado Springs, Colorado (Teller County)
Last Updated: 03/21/2021

Trail Information

Highlights

Mt. Rosa’s proximity to Colorado Springs makes this a very popular destination for both off-roading and just those looking to get away from the city. New wheelers have the chance to get practice on the terrain Even the scenic lookouts have nearby playgrounds. Everyone will appreciate the amazing views of Colorado Springs along the way. There are two scenic stops, the second one offers a small rock climb to the top of the lookout. The “Wye” trails that connect to Mt. Rosa are small spurs that can add some difficulty to your day of wheeling. When you make it back to Gold Camp Road, turn right to add a number of different trails to your day. Combine this with Mt. Baldy or Bull Park to make for a full day of wheeling and sightseeing.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Navigation

Trail Reviews

4.3/5 (23)
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 05/07/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

This was a fun trail! The shelf road aspects are lessened by the dense forest you travel through. Tight in some areas and when we went areas had snow still causing slippage and off camber leans! Views are incredible and while challenging it was doable in vintage vehicles
Partially Open
Visited: 05/03/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

As Tynan says below, I made it to the snow drift just past WP 5. Still there as of May 2nd, 2023. Enjoyable trail, definitely needed the clearance and abilities of my stock '21 Grand Cherokee TrailHawk.
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 04/01/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Mt. Rosa is open up until WP 5. After the scenic overlook there is a snow drift that covers the entire trail and it is hard to tell where the edge of the cliff is vs the trail. Some snow and ice along the trail up to WP 5, but highly manageable until then.
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 08/14/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Great trail not far from Colorado springs, pretty similar to a lot of Mt. Baldy. There is currently a downed tree near the end that people have been bypassing. I will also say the the optional spur mentioned on the 2nd or 3rd waypoint is currently way more than a "little more difficult" than the main trail. It's currently very washed out and I would say around a 5 difficulty and is hard to tell where the actual trail is. 00' Xterra 33s 2in lift
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 07/22/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Went up this trail on a sunny Friday morning. Really dry conditions so trail was pretty easy. As noted there are definitely some rockier sections. Nothing that a stock 4WD couldn't handle though. I'd even bet you could probably get a 2WD solid rear axle SUV or truck up this. Beautiful views at waypoint 8. The hill isn't too difficult. We took the left line. Overall great trail to start off our weekend camping trip! For reference: My vehicle - 2016 4Runner / 2.5" Lift / Toyo Open Country 33" tires / 4WD, no lockers. (A-TRAC only)

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