Flake Road aka Illinois Gulch

4.7/5 (57 reviews)
Just north of Woodland Park, Flake Road is a bucket-list item for Wheelers in Colorado. It's a well-used trail that has, over time, branched different paths, each providing a unique challenge. The main attraction is "Mini-Moab," known for its Utah-like red rock formations. It's a significant, for... Read More
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Highlights of Flake Road aka Illinois Gulch

Forest Category Icon Forest
Mud Category Icon Mud
Snow Wheeling Category Icon Snow Wheeling
Highest Elevation
8639 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
344
Nearest Town
Westcreek
Nearest Services
Woodland Park
Management Agency
Pike National Forest
District
Pikes Peak Ranger District

Overview

Just north of Woodland Park, Flake Road is a bucket-list item for Wheelers in Colorado. It's a well-used trail that has, over time, branched different paths, each providing a unique challenge. The main attraction is "Mini-Moab," known for its Utah-like red rock formations. It's a significant, formidable obstacle that offers varying degrees of difficulty over large boulders and shelves, drawing off-road enthusiasts from all corners of the state. Part of the 15 square mile Rainbow Falls Trail Network in Pike National Forest, Flake Road is a popular spot open all year and can be busy in the summer with people testing the rigs. So, if you're up for a thrilling ride coupled with stunning views, Flake Road is your destination.

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29 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
57 Community Reviews
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