Attention Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Riders-Travel Restrictions

Changes in White River National Forest Travel Management regulations restrict OHVs to specific routes when riding from Sylvan Lake State Park. The National Forest has closed most portions of West Brush Creek Rd #400, East Brush Creek Rd #415 and other surrounding Forest Roads to non street legal motorized vehicles.

It is your responsibility to know Travel Management regulations in the areas you ride.

Motor Vehicle Use Maps and Travel Management information for the White River National Forest can be found at www.fs.usda.gov/whiteriver .  Or contact the Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District, White River National Forest at 970-827-5715.  

Please follow these guidelines when operating from the State Park:

Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) such as 4-wheelers and unlicensed motorcycles may be ridden from the Sylvan Lake Campground, Cabins and Day Use areas to access designated roads on the White River National Forest, with the following restrictions:

• Vehicles must have a valid Colorado OHV Registration or Non-Resident Permit.
• You must operate and park vehicles only in designated areas.
• Operators must have a valid Driver’s License or be directly supervised by a licensed driver over 18.
• Children under 10 years old may not operate an OHV on park roads.
• Headlight and taillight are required for nighttime operation.

We also remind you to be a responsible rider:

• Do not create a nuisance. Keep speed and noise down. Do not use your OHV on the park except to access the National Forest.
• Do not operate in a reckless manner.
• Passengers should not exceed the capacity of the vehicle or ride in a manner not intended by the manufacturer.
• Report accidents or injuries to a Park Ranger or call 911.

Violation of regulations or operation that is reckless or creates a nuisance to visitors may result in citation or eviction from Sylvan Lake State Park.

Registering Your OHV All OHVs must be properly registered for operation on public property. If the OHV has never been registered in Colorado, the vehicle will need to be inspected at the time of registration.

Colorado OHV Program Before you adventure begins, familiarize yourself with Colorado's Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and its related information to ensure your safety and enjoyment as a responsible rider.