The Bangs/Rough Canyon area contains over 20,000 acres of beautiful canyon country, with large expanses of slick-rock. In the spring, running water dominates the area with waterfalls and the occasional muddy pothole. A jeep trail will take you down through Rough Canyon and then on into Bangs Canyon. Another side trail leads to a scenic overlook of the Gunnison River.
Details
Location:
8 miles southwest of Grand Junction
Surface:
Dirt, rock
Setting:
Scenic canyons and slickrock
Vehicle Type:
ATV 4wd Vehicle
Length:
8 miles
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
1 to 1.5 hours
Season:
April to November
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From Grand Junction, go west on Grand Avenue, cross over two bridges, at the next stop light turn left on to Monument Road, heading towards the Colorado National Monument. Turn left on to "D" Road. Stay on D Road until you come to the "No Outlet" sign, go right, you are now on Little Park Rd. At mile 7.7 turn left on to dirt road into the Bangs Canyon staging area.
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