ATV & Dirt Bike Trails
Pike National Forest offers multiple ATV and Dirt Bike trailheads for use by a growing number of individual and OHV clubs.
Careful attention to trail use rules helps keep the forest open for everyone!
Camping In Teller County
Cool Colorado summer nights make a campfire something to look forward to at the end of each day.
Public and private campgrounds along with full service RV parks allow you to "rough it" any way you want!
Hiking & Mountaineering
Whether you are looking for an easy or more difficult hiking experience, you'll find many beautiful trails to test your skill and stamina.
Mountaineering is a growing sport that will take you to the top of the world!
Rock Climbing
Teller County is fast becoming known to the rock climbing fans living in Colorado Springs and nearby Front Range communities.
There are several great guides who can have you safely testing yourself in this growing sport!
A Colorado Favorite!
What better way to see Colorado than on horseback!
There are several established horseback riding businesses that you may choose to enjoy a quided ride with or bring your own horse and try one of the hundreds of trails found throughout Teller County.
Mountain Biking
Colorado is probably the mountain biking capitol of the United States. Hundreds of great trails. Many different levels of difficulty.
Ski Colorado in the winter and mountain bike Teller County all summer long. You'll never have to ride the same trail twice in your lifetime, unless you really want too!
Hit Your Golfball Farther!
Just because you're vacationing at 9,000 feet doesn't mean you can't enjoy a great round of golf right here in Teller County.
Shining Mountain Golf Club in Woodland Park offers you a great golfing experience with a unique mountain attitude. Be sure to put on the sunblock before teeing off!
Gold Medal Trout Fishing
Visitors from around the world and residents all around the county enjoy some of the best trout fishing in America. Whether you're fishing area lakes, forest beaver ponds, or our local Colorado Gold Medal trout streams, you're guaranteed a day to remember.
Kayaking & Canoeing
Do you find peace or adventure on the water? Give kayaking and canoeing a try while visiting. Be on the water in just minutes from almost anywhere in Teller County. Rampart Reservoir, Manitou Lake, Eleven Mile Canyon, and Eleven Mile Reservoir are just a few places for you to get your feet wet.
Wildlife All Around You
Teller County is home to nearly all of Colorado's most famous wildlife. Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, mountain lion, beaver, otter, fox, coyote, hawks, eagles, and even wild donkeys make their homes right here. Best viewing is usually mornings and evenings.
The Crags Campground
The Crags Campground is located southeast of Divide and can be reached by driving 4.3 miles south of Divide on CO Highway 67. Take FDR 383 for another 3.5 miles east. Fifteen campsites for tents, RV's or small trailers exist at the 10,000' elevation. Camping season begins usually around Memorial Day and continues into September with a $11.00 camping fee per night/per site. Those possessing a Golden Age or Golden Access card pay 50 percent of this fee.Weather:
The weather is generally mild with warm days and cool nights. Summertime highs around 70-80 degrees with nighttime lows of 35-45 degrees are to be expected. Afternoon thunderstorms are a common occurrence. The spring and fall weather is usually dry and sunny with highs around 60's and lows in the 20-30's. The main recreation use season is from mid-May to mid-September.Attractions:
Located in an 'out of the way' area, this site can receive high usage, depending on time of day and year. A forest trail, The Crags Trail #664, goes to the Crags' rock out-cropping. Hiking trails are also available at Mueller State Park, located just west of Highway 67. This campground has been identified as a bear problem area so please follow standard procedures while in bear country. History buffs will enjoy this area as well due to historic Cripple Creek and Victor located 15 miles south of the road junction with FDR 383. There one may find historic buildings, mines, shops, and casinos. Winter activities include x-country skiing.Facilities:
Facilities include tables, firegrates, drinking water, and vault type toilets.Special considerations:
A low-level maintained, steep and narrow access road makes it difficult for large trailers. Please drive with caution. Because of heavy summertime use by hikers, parking may be hard to find. Road may become inaccessible in the winter.Use per Season:
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