Kelly Flats

4.8/5 (70 reviews)
Situated above the Poudre Canyon in the Arapaho National Forest, Kelly Flats is a scenic, rugged, and challenging 4x4 trail offering steep ascents and descents, rock obstacles, water crossings, lush meadows, and picturesque mountain views. This trail can prove unnerving for beginning off-road drive...Read More
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Highlights of Kelly Flats

Camping Category IconCamping
Forest Category IconForest
Rock Category IconRock
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
8655 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
05/15 - 11/20
Best Direction
West
Official Trail Name
168
Nearest Town
Rustic
Nearest Services
Laporte
Management Agency
Roosevelt National Forest
District
Canyon Lakes Ranger District

Overview

Situated above the Poudre Canyon in the Arapaho National Forest, Kelly Flats is a scenic, rugged, and challenging 4x4 trail offering steep ascents and descents, rock obstacles, water crossings, lush meadows, and picturesque mountain views. This trail can prove unnerving for beginning off-road drivers, as well as challenge even the most seasoned veteran. Gather your buddies, grab your recovery gear, and head out to this extremely popular trail.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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21 Waypoints
65 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
70 Community Reviews
1 Video
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