Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Cal-Nev-Ari, Nevada

Christmas Tree Pass is a fun, dirt road adventure in the hills above the Colorado River on the Arizona/Nevada border. It is named for a tree on the trail that is decorated with christmas ornaments.…
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The first half of the trail is hard pack dirt with rutted areas and uneven grades, single-car wide. The second half of the trail is washes with two-car wide areas most of the way and…
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This powerline road serves as a great starting point for accessing the area, offering a well-maintained gravel surface with easy access to ample camping spots. At first, it feels like the perfect go-fast gravel road,…
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Mead Davis Power Road is a rocky, dusty, sandy, rutted, washed-out road. Some sections require a short wheelbase high clearance vehicle, otherwise, its an easy road 4x4 is highly recommended. There is a chance for…
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Mid-Basin Cove road is an easy road but can be loose sand in sections, 4x4 is recommended, in the rainy season this area is prone to flash floods. It runs through Lake Mead National Recreation…
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Six Mile Cove Road is an easy road but can be loose sand in sections, 4x4 is recommended, in the rainy season this area is prone to flash floods. It runs through Lake Mead National…
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Tamarisk Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas, offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route. It is…
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This trail winds through an area rich in mining history, offering a glimpse into the region's past while providing an enjoyable off-road experience. The route is mostly easygoing, with a few short but rocky climbs…
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Nine Mile Cove Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas. Offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route.…
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Rockefeller Mine road is mixed surface gravel, sand, and loose rock road that runs through both Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Bureau of Land Management Government Lands. This road offers stunning views of the…
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Nellis Cove Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas, offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route. It…
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This is a slow but easy trail heading east from 95 to Balancing Rock Camp. Existing ruts and additional rain can make this trail more difficult. From 95, turn east at Old Cable Trail. Follow…
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This is overall a low technical difficulty route with one spot that would not be recommended for anything other than a dirt bike or skilled four-wheeler. It generally follows the large power lines west. Starting…
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This trail takes you from Balancing Boulder Camp down to the Needles Highway, where you can head south to Needles or north to Laughlin/Bullhead City. Starting at camp around 2,500 feet of elevation, you drop…
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This trail is a must-ride in the spring when the desert comes to life with an abundance of vibrant flora. Winding through a stunning and unique section of BLM land, it offers breathtaking views of…
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The Nevada Telephone Cove Road is inside the Lake Mead National Recreation Area boundary and starts just off State Route 163 a few miles outside of Laughlin, Nevada. This is a well-trafficked and reasonably maintained…
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The Mojave Road experienced a large washout on Piute Pass, roughly 12 feet deep and 30 feet wide. The trail is currently closed along this portion of the track, and this is the recommended alternate…
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The Stonehouse Trail is a single-wide dirt road that winds through desert hills in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and passes by an old stone house ruin. The road is not technical but has…
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Chilly Willy is an easygoing, sandy route with mild washboard sections that make for a bumpy but manageable ride. However, be aware of a developing erosion area where the trail is beginning to wash out.…
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This short out-and-back trail picks up off the end of Willow Cove Trail. This trail leads to several dispersed campsites and access to Lake Mojave. This trail is a one-lane road specified by a sign…
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This trail is an out-and-back finger off of a main trail. There is a small sand gravel wash to cross at the beginning of the trail. The rest of the trail beyond is twisty and…
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This trail connects the Cottonwood Cove on Lake Mojave to Carp Cove. Signs are posted indicating a 17-day camping limit. Off-road driving is only allowed on trails marked with a yellow arrow in this area.…
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This trail begins or ends at the Cottonwood Valley overlook, where you can see Lake Mojave in multiple directions. There is no water access from this overlook. It is a series of canyons with the…
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Opal Mountain Road drives through the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas. Offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route.…
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This track is the northern portion of road "CC East Primitive" (36), which leads northward up to the peninsula. The trail is an easy dirt road with nothing of difficulty to note. The trail sign…
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Arizona Bay Road (38) is a point-to-point trail beginning off of East Cottonwood Cove Road and eventually ending near the water (Lake Mead Recreation Area) while also connecting with a few other trails in the…
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This short side trail off the East Cottonwood Cove Road leads to the more popular beach area which has toilet facilities. A good side trip while in the area to view Lake Mohave and relax.…
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This trail is a graded road from US 93 out to East Cottonwood Cove on Lake Mohave. This road is wide and fairly smooth with a few washes that are susceptible to flooding during heavy…
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This 12.4-mile out-and-back trail takes you from the Portland Mine Traverse Trail to Jeep Cove on Lake Mohave. Jeep Cove is a great place to relax for lunch while traveling the Traverse Trail. Possibility of…
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Washout way is a thrilling mix of soft, flowing sand and rugged rock gardens that will test both speed and skill. The trail starts with a winding sandy wash, where you can pick up momentum…
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