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Saddle Up and

Ride

Mentions of the Old West conjure
images in our imagination with one
common feature - a rider astride their
horse. Since those early days of our
western heritage, the preferred mode
of transportation hasn't changed much.
If your desire is to venture into remote
and rugged wilderness areas where
people are farther and fewer in between
and the landscapes remain much as
they were centuries ago, hop on the
back of a horse.
Colorado has 41 wilderness areas
where motorized and mechanical travel
contraptions,
including
mountain
bikes, aren't allowed to go. Of these
wilderness areas, eight are located
within a 50-mile radius of Montrose.
And, of course, we would say that they
are among the best. Some locations
are ideal for short day rides, while
others are the perfect pick for multiday expeditions that will fill your days
with serenity and stunning scenery.

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Gunnison
Gorge National
Conservation &
Wilderness Areas
Several equestrian routes in this area,
including the Ute and Sunset Rocks
trails, provide excellent options close to
Montrose. Please note that guests may
only bring weed-free certified hay onto
all BLM-managed lands.

National
Forest Lands

The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and
Gunnison National Forests provide more
than 3,500 miles of summer trails just a
short drive from Montrose. Hundreds of
forest trails guide riders through alpine
meadows, stands of evergreens and
aspens, and across creeks en route to
close-up views of wildlife and the area's
mountain peaks.

DominguezEscalante
National
Conservation &
Wilderness Areas
History and wilderness take intertwining
paths when the trails in this area are
explored by horseback. DominguezEscalante is well suited for early and
late-season outings because of its lower
elevation and warmer temperatures.
This area evokes images of the Wild
West with trails that wind through
sandstone canyons, some of which are
decorated with ancient rock art.

Black Canyon
National Park

Deadhorse Trail on the North Rim of
the park is the only area that is open
to horses or pack animals for day use
and recreational riding. No permit is
required to take in the spectacular views
on this easy-to-moderate trail. Horses
must be trailered to the trailhead at
Kneeling Camel Overlook.



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