Colorado 500

06/03/2026

It's only the first week of June and our Alpine Rangers are already seeing signs of OHV recreationists bypassing trails and damaging our fragile Alpine Tundra. We understand that running into a patch of snow on a trail can be frustrating if you're wanting to travel further, but driving around the snow and going off-trail is not the right answer. When you bypass a trail, you're damaging a vital ecosystem to alpine critters who live at these high elevations - and you're also creating false trails that might lead others to follow your lead - these are know as "social trails" which continue to deteriorate the landscape. Please, if you can't proceed on a trail due to obstacles (snow, trees, etc.) do the Alpine Tundra and our beautiful high country a huge favor and turn around and go explore other areas that are melted out.

💻 Learn more from our friends at the San Juan Mountains Association: https://sjma.org/

DID YOU KNOW? Plants in the San Juans work hard! It may take a decade or more for a plant to mature. Tundra in the San Juans is a fragile ecosystem, existing only above 11,000 feet, where 6″ plants may be more than 100 years old.

WHAT CAN WE DO? Stay on designated trails and motorized routes. Cutting switchbacks can cause hillside erosion.

DID YOU KNOW? A widened trail, trail braids and social trails impact ecosystems by reducing the growth of plants and increasing erosion while also creating an eye sore.

WHAT CAN WE DO? Check trail conditions before you go, especially in spring and early summer. After a wet winter, trails above tree-line still have snowfields well into July.

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06/02/2026

The upcoming 50th Annual Colorado 500 has been featured as the cover story of Mountain Town Magazine!

A special thank you to Holly Battista-Resignolo, Founder and President of Mountain Town Media Productions, and to Colorado 500 veteran Daniel Dunn for writing this wonderful feature highlighting this milestone event.

As we celebrate 50 years of riding, camaraderie, and giving back, we invite individuals and businesses to help support this historic event through charitable donations, sponsorships, advertising, and partnerships.

To learn more, visit www.colorado-500.org or reach out to us directly.

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05/29/2026

The COLORADO 500 IS TURNING 50!!

They’re in! Are you!
Ricky Carmichael ,
Jeremy McGrath , JCR/Honda aka !!! 😮😮😮

Which one do you want to roost with? Meet? Belly flop with!?!

We are ramping up the fundraising as we close in on our August date with these amazing dirt bike heroes!

Join the giving, do good with good people!
Colorado 500

05/22/2026

Colorado 500 Sweepstakes is on now through August 21st!
Enter for your chance to win this beautifully restored 1979 Yamaha YZ400F - a true piece of motocross history. 🏁🔥
💥 FLASH SALE through June 15th
Use promo code: CO500 to receive 25% MORE tickets when you make a donation to enter the sweepstakes.
PLUS - on June 15th, one lucky supporter will win a BONUS 650 tickets valued at $500!
Your donation helps support the Colorado 500 Charities Fund, making a difference for making a difference for youth, communities and trail advocacy across Colorado. Please donate generously and support a great cause!
The grand prize package also includes an exclusive Colorado 500 50th Annual gift bag packed with customized CO500 gear, including:
• Oakley backpack
• USWE hydration pack
• Leatt goggles
• Commemorative 50th Annual sponsor shirt & hat
• Custom KLIM jersey
• Toyota/CO500 socks
• Doc Bailey Cranes & Equipment keepsake coin
• And more!
Don’t miss your chance to own an iconic vintage Yamaha and support Colorado 500 Charities at the same time!

You’ve got a chance to own a true piece of motocross history—fully resurrected to concourse-level glory. This isn’t just a vintage bike; it’s a meticulous frame-off restoration of the legendary Yamaha YZ400F (1979), last ridden in 2002 and rebuilt from the ground up.

05/05/2026

The Colorado 500 is proud to support the next generation 🎓

This year, $80,000 in college scholarships was awarded to graduates of Basalt High School, with an additional $30,000 going to students from Crested Butte and Ouray.

An incredible group of young people with bright futures ahead—we’re honored to be a small part of their journey. 💫

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05/04/2026

Supercross Denver was a blast! 🏁

The Colorado 500 crew had an incredible time, and we’re excited to welcome a new Team Ouray rider, Kevin Moranz, to the 2026 CO500 lineup!

He’ll be joining an all-star group including Grand Marshal Ricky Carmichael, Jeremy McGrath, and Johnny Campbell.

Can’t wait for what’s ahead! 🙌

05/01/2026

Looking forward to connecting with some of our friends and racers at Supercross this weekend! It’s so exciting when it all happens in Denver!! Colorado 500 crew will be there!

03/17/2026

We’re thrilled to share the 2025 Annual Report with you! This year’s report highlights the incredible progress we've made in preserving and enhancing off-highway motorcycle trails across Colorado and beyond.

Thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, the generosity of our donors, and the strength of our partnerships, we’ve achieved significant milestones in trail maintenance, advocacy, and education.

2025 Annual Report Highlights:

Financially, TPA generated $688,386 in revenue and operated responsibly with $674,985 in expenses, supported by generous corporate partners, individual donors, and signature events like the Colorado 500 and Colorado 600.

Trail Impact: We successfully launched the TPA Trail Crew, completing 15 field hitches across Colorado and Utah, delivering 4,000+ hours of professional trail work, maintaining 810 miles of trail, and installing 144 signs.

Community & Advocacy: We hosted our 6th Annual Partner Club Meeting, expanded collaboration with local clubs, signed a multi-state agreement with the USFS, and actively represented motorized recreation interests in key policy discussions.

Looking Ahead to 2026: We plan to expand Trail Crew operations, launch a new website, introduce the KLIM/TPA Cow Tag event, and roll out both the Ambassador and Trail Crew Supporter Programs to deepen engagement and stewardship.

You can read the full report here: https://coloradotpa.org/pages/annual-report

03/16/2026

Let’s all wish this amazing lady Cindi Lowe a happy 80th Birthday! Cindi is a 31 year veteran of the Colorado 500 with her late husband Ken Lowe, close friends with Wally and Peppy. And their son Kim Starley has volunteered many years as support. Happy Birthday Cindi! 🎂 🎉🎈

03/07/2026

We are sad to announce the loss of two great men recently who both started riding the Colorado 500 in 1991; Ron Cash who attended 10 Road Rides and 12 Dirt Rides, and Dakota Sorem who attended 18 Dirt Rides. Both legendary and ultra enthusiast riders who were a big part of the early years success of the ride back when it averaged over 300 riders. Both made it a family affair with kids who rode as well, and Dakota's wife volunteered. Our heart also goes out to one very special lady Rosalyn Hastings survived by her Husband Harry who's turning 99 in May. They were married 72 years, when they first met Wally became fast friends and they both put their heart and soul into helping the Colorado 500. Rosalyn attended 8 Road Rides and Volunteered for 10 years, arriving early each year to help with all the registration items, while Harry helped Wally. It's been a tough year with the loss of many great people this past year including: Ernest Gianinetti, Dave Gunn, John Penton (who lived to 100), Stan Simpson, Vernon Markworth, Robert Rocko, Walker Evans, Bill Klocow, Craig Paterson, and Alpine Bank founder and 20-year veteran J. Robert (Bob) Young. Condolences to friends and families of these remarkable people, not to be forgotten. Their names will be added to the Memorial in front of Alpine Bank Ouray.