Coney Flats (Coney Creek Road)
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Description
Coney Flats, also known as Coney Creek Road (Forest Road 507.1), is a renowned Colorado off-road trail that delivers both stunning scenery and exciting challenges. Often driven as a segment of the popular Middle St. Vrain loop, Coney Flats takes you through dense forests and open meadows, offering breathtaking mountain vistas along the way. The trail is famous for its 'Colorado Right of Passage' obstacles, including sections of gnarly rock gardens that will test your vehicle's articulation and your driving line, steep, heart-pounding inclines, and the iconic, potentially deep water crossing at Coney Lake. Be prepared for a memorable adventure that perfectly blends natural beauty with white-knuckle excitement.
Directions
The Coney Flats trail (Forest Road 507.1) is located near Raymond, Colorado, within the Roosevelt National Forest. It is often accessed in conjunction with the Middle St. Vrain trail. A common access point or trailhead for the Coney Flats Road segment can be found near GPS coordinates 40.12119, -105.523956. Given the trail's challenges and seasonal conditions, it's highly recommended to check current status and detailed access information with the Roosevelt National Forest, Boulder Ranger District at (303) 541-2500 before heading out.
Difficulty
Get ready for a difficult trail experience on Coney Flats. Key challenges include navigating significant rock gardens with large boulders that demand careful tire placement and high ground clearance. The water crossing at Coney Lake is a major highlight but can be very deep, especially in the spring or after heavy rain, potentially becoming impassable for some vehicles. You'll also encounter steep inclines and generally bumpy terrain. While highly capable stock 4x4s might manage, vehicles with modifications such as a lift, larger off-road tires, and underbody protection are recommended to tackle the trail more comfortably and reduce the risk of damage. Prior off-road driving experience is essential for this trail.
Trail Uses
- Off-Road Vehicles
- 4x4 Vehicle
- All-Terrain Vehicle
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