Taylor Park
Taylor Park is an easy Unlimited off-road trail near Gunnison, CO, best run June - October. The gear list marks All-terrain tires as required, and 4WD capability and Basic recovery kit as recommended. A stock high-clearance 4x4 can run it; check the gear list before you go.
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Taylor Park is Colorado's hidden gem for dispersed camping and high-altitude exploration, a remote mountain valley surrounded by 13,000-foot peaks with seemingly endless forest roads to explore. The main access routes are paved or well-maintained gravel, but countless rougher roads branch into the surrounding Gunnison National Forest. Taylor Park Reservoir provides a scenic centerpiece, while ghost towns and abandoned mines offer historical exploration. This is off-grid Colorado at its finest, perfect for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.
Fun Facts
Taylor Park Reservoir is over 2,000 acres and popular for fishing and boating.
Cottonwood Pass, accessible from Taylor Park, is paved and reaches 12,126 feet.
The area was originally named after President Zachary Taylor.
Ghost towns including Abbeyville, Hillerton, and Tin Cup dot the surrounding mountains.
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⚙️ Drivetrain
🪢 Recovery
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Closest campgrounds to Taylor Park:
- Cement Creek Campground · 14 mi (straight-line)
- Chalk Lake Campground · 19 mi (straight-line)
- Aspen Glade Campground · Buena Vista · 24 mi (straight-line)
- Halfmoon West Campground · 26 mi (straight-line)
- Halfmoon East Campground · 26 mi (straight-line)
- Gothic Campground · 26 mi (straight-line)
Straight-line distance. Check the map for drive time.
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Stock rigs can usually run this trail, but the right tire size and fitment make it more enjoyable.
Tire Size Calculator
Convert tire sizes and compare diameter differences before you swap.
Verify your stock tires meet minimum clearance for this trail.
Gear Ratio Calculator
Find the right gear ratio after lifting or upsizing tires.
Re-gear after a tire upgrade to restore trail torque and MPG.
Wheel Fitment Calculator
Calculate backspacing and offset so wider wheels clear your suspension.
Ensure any wheel upgrade clears your factory suspension.