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The Bill Moore/North Empire Loop is a network of roads for OHV opportunities located north of Empire.
This road is very rocky and steep, especially to Bill Moore Lake. A 4-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicle is highly recommended.
Refer to the Clear Creek Ranger District's Motor Vehicle Use Map for more information about OHV opportunities in the area.
Note: Due to high elevation, the area is not generally snow-free until late June or even July in some years. Best late spring through fall.
I-70 westbound, take exit #232 US Hwy 40 to Empire. Turn right on Main St. (North Empire Road) and follow the County Road on to Forest Road 171.2.
Gorgeous views, a 4 out of 10 technical 4WD, and a couple good poser rocks at the end of the trail.
A fun trail with some good areas to view all around. Should have full 4wd with at least good clearance to get back here.
Great trail for my Rubicon! Climb right up thru the clouds! Came up thru red elephant hill
Have admit I didn’t really like the lake so much as I liked the camping around it. The drive it tough and cannot do it on normal cars, has to be either a Jeep or a 4x4. But once you get up to the campsite the views are spectacular.and the drive is also beautiful.
