Ouray Off-Road

Trail Guide

Ouray Off-Road Trail Guide | Best Trails for RZR Adventures

Explore the Most Breathtaking Side-by-Side Trails in Ouray, Colorado

Ouray, Colorado, is home to some of the most thrilling and scenic off-road trails in the San Juan Mountains. Whether you’re a beginner looking for an easy ride or an experienced off-roader seeking a challenge, our trail guide will help you find the perfect route for your Polaris RZR rental adventure.

Top RZR Trails in Ouray, CO

🏔️ Yankee Boy Basin – Stunning Alpine Views

Distance: 20 miles round trip
One of Ouray’s most famous off-road trails, Yankee Boy Basin offers breathtaking views of towering peaks, alpine lakes, and vibrant wildflowers in the summer. This trail ends at over 12,000 feet, however you may continue on foot up to our very own 14er known as Mt Sneffels.

🔹 Highlights: Twin Falls, Wright Lake, Mt Sneffels

🌄 Imogene Pass – High-Altitude Thrill

Distance: 36 miles round trip
At 13,114 feet, Imogene Pass is the second-highest drivable pass in Colorado. This challenging route connects Ouray to Telluride, offering breathtaking panoramic views and an adrenaline-pumping ride. This is a full day adventure where you can stop in Telluride for lunch before riding back.

🔹 Highlights: Tomboy and Camp Bird ghost towns, jaw-dropping summit, Telluride

🏔️ Governor Basin – Hidden Alpine Paradise

Distance: 20 miles round trip
Nestled to the side of Yankee Boy Basin, Governor Basin offers stunning views, historic mining ruins, and fewer crowds. This hidden gem is perfect for riders looking for a scenic yet adventurous Polaris RZR experience.

🔹 Highlights: Remote alpine scenery, wildflowers, historic mines

🌄 Silver Basin – Secluded Off-Road Escape

Distance: 15 miles round trip
For those seeking a quieter ride, Silver Basin is a spectacular off-road destination with pristine meadows, blue alpine lakes, and a peaceful atmosphere. Ideal for riders looking to connect with nature away from the crowds.

🔹 Highlights: Solitude, alpine lakes, wildflowers

🏞️ Alpine Loop – The Ultimate Off-Road Experience

Distance: over 100 miles total
Starting at Ironton Trailhead, the Alpine Loop is a legendary off-road circuit connecting Ouray, Silverton, and Lake City. Because Silverton no longer allows UTVs through town, most people skip it taking Corkscrew Pass to Hurricane Pass to California Pass and landing at Animas Forks, a notorious ghost town. If time permits, you may explore parts of upper Engineer Pass and/or Cinnamon Pass. However most people do not have time to make it to Lake City and back due to the far distance and off-road terrain.

🔹 Highlights: Animas Forks, Red Mountain views, high-altitude passes