Bangs Canyon Special Recreation Managment Area
The Bangs Canyon Special Recreation Management Area is a rugged 21,000+ acre public land space managed by the Bureau of Land Management located just south of Grand Junction, Colorado and East of Colorado Monument. It features deep sandstone canyons, steep red rock walls, and sweeping plateaus overlooking the Grand Valley and Grand Mesa.
The area is popular with hikers, runners, and mountain bikers. Many trails are connected to each other, offering endless combinations. Most trailheads are accessible from Little Park Road, including, Andy's Loop, Little Park, Third Flats, Bangs Canyon, Old Kiln, and Ribbon Trailheads.
Opportunities for motorized trail riding from single track motorcycle trails, ATV width trails, rock crawling on the Billings Canyon jeep trail, and 4-wheel drive roads. This area is close to Grand Junction and offers excellent views and scenery.
- Suitable Activities: Hiking
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Land Manager: Bureau of Land Management
- Parking Permit Required: BLM Permits & Passes
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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