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Self - Guided co bdr Adventure Motorcycle Tour
Ride the Colorado BDR the smart way. If the BDR has been on your list but you don’t want to tackle it solo or rush through it, this is how it’s meant to be done. The Waypoints West Colorado BDR tour is a guided adventure motorcycle ride following iconic sections of the Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route. Designed for riders who want the BDR experience without riding solo, this hotel-based tour emphasizes smart pacing, optional challenges, and daily route flexibility based on conditions.
The CO BDR Self Guide Ride
Start & Finish: Grand Junction, CO | Airport: Grand Junction, CO
Dates: Sep 9-14, 2027 | 5 Ride Days
Price: From $3,950
Skill Level: Advanced
Terrain Level: Advanced
Distance: 1013 Miles
Lodging: Destination Hotels & Lodging
Not All BDR Rides Are the Same.
Here's how Waypoints West approaches the Colorado BDR:
Big adventure without unnecessary pressure or bravado.
Optional advanced routes for riders looking to turn up the challenge.
Alternate routes when terrain, weather, or rider comfort calls for a different plan.
Small groups, experienced ride leaders, and plenty of time to enjoy the scenery.
Comfortable lodging, great stops, and a hot springs soak or two along the way.
The goal? Incredible riding, good decisions, and the kind of stories you'll still be telling years from now.
This approach lets riders experience the BDR without unnecessary stress or pressure.
Built for Riders Like You
Waypoints West CO BDR is a great fit if:
You've got solid off-road experience and want to tackle Colorado's legendary backcountry.
You're comfortable riding gravel, rocky mountain roads, and high-altitude terrain.
You like having options, from scenic dirt to more technical mountain passes.
You'd rather spend your time riding than researching routes, lodging, and fuel stops.
You appreciate a comfortable bed and a good meal after a big day in the saddle.
This is not the best fit if:
You're brand new to off-road riding.
You're uncomfortable with steep climbs, loose rock, or mountain exposure.
You're looking for a pavement-only sightseeing trip.
If you’re not sure, we’ll talk it through. That’s what we do.
High-country passes, remote dirt roads, and classic BDR terrain — experienced with support, flexibility, and time to enjoy it.
CO BDR Highlights
Conquer iconic passes including Hagerman, Weston, Cumberland, and Cottonwood.
Explore historic mountain towns like Tin Cup, Pitkin, Lake City, and Ouray.
Take on the legendary Alpine Loop with optional advanced riding over Cinnamon and Ophir Passes.
Soak your riding muscles at Mt. Princeton or Ouray Hot Springs.
Choose your adventure with scenic alternatives and challenging off-road options.
Finish strong with an unforgettable ride through Colorado's red rock canyons or across the Uncompahgre Plateau.
CO BDR Tour Itinerary
Day 0: Grand Junction to Steamboat Springs
The Adventure Starts Before the Dirt.
Arrive in Grand Junction by noon, meet the crew, and enjoy a scenic 3.5-hour pavement ride to Steamboat Springs. Tomorrow, the dirt begins!
Day 1: Steamboat Springs to Edwards
BDR Section 5 | Rivers, Ranches & Rocky Mountain Views
Kick things off with rolling ranch country, scenic Stagecoach Reservoir, and a ride over Gore Pass before following the Colorado River into Edwards.
Day 2: Edwards to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs
BDR Section 4 | High Passes & Hot Springs
Tackle rocky Hagerman Pass, cruise through historic Leadville, and conquer Weston Pass before wrapping up the day with a well-earned soak at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs.
The reward? A well-earned soak and dinner at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort. We call that a pretty solid day.
Day 3: Mt. Princeton to Lake City
BDR Section 3 | Alpine Adventures & Historic Mountain Towns
Climb above 12,000 feet on Cottonwood and Cumberland Passes, explore historic mountain towns, and enjoy miles of flowing alpine dirt before rolling into Lake City.
Day 4: Lake City to Ouray
BDR Section 2
Cruise scenic Owl Creek Pass into Ouray for an early hot springs soak, or add some miles with a ride over Dallas Divide and Last Dollar Road toward Telluride.
Day 5: Ouray to Grand Junction
One Last Ride. Two Great Ways to Finish.
Wrap up your Colorado adventure with sweeping curves through the red rock canyons of Highway 141 or keep the dirt flying across the remote Uncompahgre Plateau. Either way, it's one heck of a finish!
Included
Waypoint West lead rider
WayPoints West route navigation maps
Navigation set up support
1 arrival night hotel lodging
4 nights of lodging for ride days
5 ride days with incredible routes
Groups over 4 riders include a sweep
not Included
Meals
Bike rental- must purchase separate if needed
Gas
Pricing & Deposits
Starting at $3,950 per rider
Reserve with $1,000 deposit
Deposit Timeline:
$200/day deposit at the time of booking
½ remainder due 90 days prior to departure
½ remainder due 30 days prior to departure
100% refundable through 30 days from departure
CO BDR skill level & terrain expectations
The CO BDR Tour is rated Advanced on the terrain rating system. This tour is 80% dirt. Rideable dirt and scenic backcountry — perfect for riders ready for loose or rocky sections. We strongly encourage you take a look at the self assessment to determine if the Adventure Motorcycle Tour in Colorado is right tour for you prior to booking your spot on the ride.
Our tours are priced based on a minimum of six riders. If fewer than six are registered, the tour can still run with a 15% per-rider adjustment.
We do everything in our power to make sure the ride goes on. When you commit to an adventure with us, we’re committed to making it happen.
We can go over any questions you may have or if you are unsure anytime.
CO BDR Tour FAQs
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Absolutely not. The Alpine Loop is an optional advanced route for riders looking for an extra challenge. Our primary route offers incredible Colorado BDR riding without requiring everyone to tackle the most technical passes.
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Most mid- to large-displacement ADV bikes are a great fit. Ask us if you’re unsure.
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This is adventure riding. We will ride rain or shine. We adapt routes as needed. The goal is a great ride — not forcing a plan that doesn’t match conditions.
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Our tours are priced with a minimum group size of 6 riders. If we end up with fewer riders, pricing may be adjusted so the ride can still go forward. We’ll always communicate any changes clearly, and our priority is to keep your adventure on schedule.
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We sure do. Check out our Colorado Adventure tours.
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This tour is rated Advanced and best suited for riders with solid off-road experience. Expect gravel, loose rock, high-altitude passes, forest roads, and occasional water crossings. Optional routes like Cinnamon and Ophir Passes offer significantly more technical terrain.
Ready to ride the CO BDR?
Big passes. Epic dirt. Unforgettable Colorado.
If the Colorado BDR has been sitting on your bucket list, it's time to do something about it.
We'll handle the routes, lodging, and logistics. You bring the bike, the sense of adventure, and a healthy appreciation for mountain views.
Let's go make some stories worth telling.