Where you'll be:
Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Ridgway, Colorado is a base camp for regional adventures and outdoor activities. The Ridgway Area Trails (RAT) are just one mile north of the Town of Ridgway, accessible by foot, bike, or car.
What you'll do:
Join us for this trail extension project aimed at adding five miles of new natural surface singletrack to enhance the trail system. Over the weekend, you and ~25 other volunteers will construct a segment of these new trails, which will be designed with beginners and kids in mind - offering more options for riders of all levels.
Enjoy breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, along with dinner on Saturday. Bring your own lunch (BYOL). Free campsites are available on Friday night and Saturday night. Volunteers are encouraged to arrive at base camp before 8 pm on Friday.
Why it's important:
Expanding the trail network in the Ridgway Area Trails will not only provide trail users with a more varied and enjoyable experience but also promote safety by dispersing traffic across a wider area. With the addition of beginner and kid-friendly trails, the project aims to accommodate riders of all skill levels. If you are a mountain biker who would like to see expanded recreational opportunities in the Southern Mountains, this project is for you!
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ages 16+
Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older on overnight projects.
Project Difficulty:
This project is easy to difficult in nature. Please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Accessibility Factors:
Vehicle Accessibility: 2WD accessible - volunteers may need to drive 0.5 mi on an unpaved trail, but no high clearance is needed.
Other notes: The primary trailhead is located just off Hwy 550; however, volunteers should be prepared to hike some distance to the new trail locations since there won't be parking directly adjacent.
Join us in making a positive impact while reducing your carbon footprint!
Register yourself for our upcoming project and take the eco-friendly route by carpooling with fellow volunteers.
Click here to sign up for the carpool (please do this after registering for the project).
