We recently received a notice from the park ranger for the Rabbit
Valley area that they will be initiating an emergency closure of the
trail system there due to wet conditions. We know many of you like to
ride other areas when Rampart gets too much snow, so we thought we'd
pass this along so you don't make a long drive for nothing.

If you aren't familar with Rabbit Valley, it is an OHV trail system
about 25 miles west of Grand Junction, just off I-70.

-RRMMC

***FORWARDED MESSAGE***

Gentlemen,

As you are undoubtedly aware, Rabbit Valley received an unusual
amount of snow this winter. As it rapidly melts we are observing a
corresponding unusual amount of mud and silt. In order to preserve
the integrity of the trails as best we can, we are about to institute
an emergency trail closure. The closure will be in place only until
the trails dry enough to be used again. Please note that we are doing
this in order to keep the trails enjoyable, safe, and low maintenance
for our OHV population. I was out there yesterday; in many places the
mud makes travel almost impossible and many of the trails are more
suitable for boating than motorized travel. It would be greatly
appreciated by myself and the resource if you can help get this word
out to your community. Also, please stay in touch with me, or monitor
our web site for updated information.

Ride safely -

Wayne Hare
U.S. Park Ranger, BLM
McInnis Canyons NCA
Cell 970-314-3160
Office (where I try never to be) 970-244-3025