Permit status not confirmed. Check with the managing agency.
Ride at your own risk. This is open public land, so terrain changes without warning and hazards are not marked.
Guide
About this area
Seep Springs Recreation Area offers fun and challenging trails with outstanding views of open ranchland, pinon and juniper woodlands, ponderosa pine forests, and sandstone rocks.
Facilities
The area has trail map information and ample parking space for trailers.
Full agency description
Seep Springs Recreation Area is located near Canon City offering fun and challenging trails combined with outstanding views. High points along the 16 miles of roads and trails give the visitor open ranchland views as they wind through pinon and juniper woodlands and ponderosa pine forests with sandstone rocks throughout the area. ATVs, motorcycle, four wheeler and horseback riding are common recreation activities for Seep Springs. The area has trail map information and ample parking space for trailers. Wet weather gates close the area to motorized use during wet conditions. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.
Access
Getting there
Fremont County Road 69 trailheadEntrance
From Canon City head WEST on U.S. Hwy 50 about 3.5 miles, then turn RIGHT onto Fremont County Road 69. Travel north about 8 miles — the trailhead is on your RIGHT.
Common equipment, registration and trail-use rules still apply.
Ride to the highest safety standard, not the legal minimum. A helmet, eye protection, a flag and proper gear are what get you home.
Check the law yourself as rules change and you are responsible for compliance.
🗺️ Take an offline map. BLM publish free georeferenced PDF maps that show your live GPS position with no cell service.
Permits
Permits & registration
Permit and registration details
State residents
Colorado residents must register your OHV with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Registration is $25.25, which includes a $1.25 Search and Rescue surcharge.
Out-of-state riders
🔴 Colorado requires a Colorado OHV permit for every vehicle, including plated street-legal vehicles, on any designated OHV trail. Non-residents must buy the permit for $25.25.
Area information is informational only and may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify access, weather, closures, permits and hazards before and during any trip. See Terms.
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