Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Cambridge, Idaho

This offshoot trail from FR 09 leads to a couple of trailheads - Hitt Creek Trailhead and Keithy Saddle Trailhead. Hitt Creek Trailhead (Trail No. 276) is accessible to bikes and ATVs and is an alternative route to the Sturgil Lookout Tower. If continuing up the trail, unfortunately, there isn't a g...
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This is the first section of FR 09. It's an easy and maintained dirt road as it leads to several established campgrounds. There are a handful of offshoot trails to take, as well as a hiking trailhead or two. If looking for primitive campsites, continue up the trail and you'll find quite a few. The M...
Learn more about FR 09 - Mann Creek

Adams Creek Trail in the Payette National Forest is a picturesque mountain trail that is half of a scenic loop. It's an easy gradual ascent/descent dirt road with scattered primitive campsites along the way. Easy enough for observed large fifth-wheel camper trailers to reach the summit. At the top, ...
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From off of NF-24, this beautiful trail takes you North, weaving and winding its way along the side of the mountain, climbing over 1,000' in elevation. At the top is Bear Saddle, where the trail splits. From the top, you can catch some amazing views Northwest and spot neighboring peaks in the distan...
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Fourth of July Creek Trail is the other half of a scenic mountain loop through the Payette National Forest. Plenty of off-shoot trails to explore and primitive camping spots throughout. This trail has more shelf sections (cut into the side of the hill) and offers beautiful views across the forest an...
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North Mill Creek 50150 is a scenic dirt trail that hugs the edge of a cliff, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. The trail is lined with tall pine trees, creating a serene forested atmosphere as you drive. Expect small ruts and washboard sections along the way, whic...
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Have a good set of mud tires during the cold and wet seasons on this trail. 4x4 is recommended. You will find awesome views of the Eagle Cap Mountains Public Access Road with a little climb to the best view. This is a great place to take the family and watch the sunset or sunrise. There is lots of l...
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Cottonwood Road is a scenic dirt trail that gradually ascends approximately 2,700 feet into the mountains, winding through dense pine forests and groves of cottonwood trees. The route is graded in sections for a smooth but engaging drive. Along the way, you'll be treated to beautiful views of the ca...
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East Fork Weiser is a 13.5-mile point-to-point trail that parallels the East Fork of the Weiser River. This winding trail takes you up into the West Mountains and connects to several other trails. This is a maintained Forest Service Road with light washboarding and shallow mud holes. This trail may ...
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West Mountain is a 9-mile point-to-point trail that has multiple cut-off trails giving access to the West Mountain Jeep trail. The mountain views along this trail are spectacular. The trail is a maintained Forest Service road with light washboarding and shallow mud holes. The southern end of the tra...
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No Business Lookout is a 7.6-mile out and back trail in the West Mountains that travels up to an old fire lookout on top of No Business Mountain. This trail is single vehicle width, with erosion damage and loose rocks under 12" in height/depth. The last section up to the Lookout is the roughest port...
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Old Cascade is a 7.2 mile point to point trail that travels into the West Mountains. The trail starts from North Mill Creek at Cutoff Saddle. Upon leaving North Mill Creek the trail becomes more rough and narrows, with erosion damage and loose rocks under 12 inches in height/depth. Enjoy the three m...
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Blue Bunch Ridge is a 7.1-mile point-to-point trail that follows the ridge line and gives majestic views of Payette Lake and the valley below. Blue Bunch Ridge trail also provides great views of Council Mountain. This trail is single vehicle width and has erosion damage and loose rocks under 12" in ...
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The West Fork Weiser off-road trail, following Forest Service Road 50127, offers a scenic drive through some of Idaho’s most rugged backcountry. The road surface is a mix of compacted dirt, loose gravel, and rocky stretches, with sections that can be muddy or rutted after storms or snowmelt. High-cl...
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Lick Creek Road, Forest Service Road 50143 in Idaho, is a classic mountain drive that offers a mix of rugged adventure and scenic beauty. The road begins with well-graded gravel, making for a fairly smooth approach, but quickly transitions into narrower stretches with loose rock, washboards, and occ...
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Middle Fork Weiser is a 25.8-mile point-to-point road that crosses the West Mountains and parallels the Middle Fork of the Weiser River. This road gives access to several good hiking trails (Sheep Creek and Warm Spring Creek) and the Cabin Creek Campground. This is a maintained forest service road w...
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The Lost Valley Reservoir Loop in Idaho offers a scenic and enjoyable off-road drive that combines easy cruising with plenty of sights worth stopping for. The road surface is primarily well-graded dirt and gravel, making it accessible to most high-clearance vehicles and ideal for those looking for a...
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Beaver Creek is a 12.7-mile point-to-point trail that parallels Beaver Creek in the West Mountains. The trail starts from Highway 95 and passes through private lands;be respectful, stay on the trail, and drive the speed limit. The first half of the trail parallels Beaver Creek in a scenic canyon, th...
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The majority of this trail climbs up a gravel road from Highway 86. There is only a small section when turning off of Eagle Creek Road where the road gets rougher and would most likely not be suitable for lower passenger vehicles. Once you're around the bend at the top, you a welcomed by amazing 360...
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West Mountain Road is an 8.8-mile point-to-point road that gives access to many trails in the West Mountains. This is a maintained county road that has light washboarding and shallow mud holes. West Mountain Road passes private property; be respectful and drive slowly to reduce dust.
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This offshoot trail from FR 09 leads to a couple of trailheads - Hitt Creek Trailhead and Keithy Saddle Trailhead. Hitt Creek Trailhead (Trail No. 276) is accessible to bikes and ATVs and is an alternative route to the Sturgil Lookout Tower. If continuing up the trail, unfortunately, there isn't a g...
Learn more about FR 573 - Hitt Creek

This is the first section of FR 09. It's an easy and maintained dirt road as it leads to several established campgrounds. There are a handful of offshoot trails to take, as well as a hiking trailhead or two. If looking for primitive campsites, continue up the trail and you'll find quite a few. The M...
Learn more about FR 09 - Mann Creek

Adams Creek Trail in the Payette National Forest is a picturesque mountain trail that is half of a scenic loop. It's an easy gradual ascent/descent dirt road with scattered primitive campsites along the way. Easy enough for observed large fifth-wheel camper trailers to reach the summit. At the top, ...
Learn more about FR 025 - Adams Creek

From off of NF-24, this beautiful trail takes you North, weaving and winding its way along the side of the mountain, climbing over 1,000' in elevation. At the top is Bear Saddle, where the trail splits. From the top, you can catch some amazing views Northwest and spot neighboring peaks in the distan...
Learn more about NR 019 - Bear Creek Saddle

This offshoot trail from FR 09 leads to a couple of trailheads - Hitt Creek Trailhead and Keithy Saddle Trailhead. Hitt Creek Trailhead (Trail No. 276) is accessible to bikes and ATVs and is an alternative route to the Sturgil Lookout Tower. If continuing up the trail, unfortunately, there isn't a g...
Learn more about FR 573 - Hitt Creek

This is the first section of FR 09. It's an easy and maintained dirt road as it leads to several established campgrounds. There are a handful of offshoot trails to take, as well as a hiking trailhead or two. If looking for primitive campsites, continue up the trail and you'll find quite a few. The M...
Learn more about FR 09 - Mann Creek

Adams Creek Trail in the Payette National Forest is a picturesque mountain trail that is half of a scenic loop. It's an easy gradual ascent/descent dirt road with scattered primitive campsites along the way. Easy enough for observed large fifth-wheel camper trailers to reach the summit. At the top, ...
Learn more about FR 025 - Adams Creek

From off of NF-24, this beautiful trail takes you North, weaving and winding its way along the side of the mountain, climbing over 1,000' in elevation. At the top is Bear Saddle, where the trail splits. From the top, you can catch some amazing views Northwest and spot neighboring peaks in the distan...
Learn more about NR 019 - Bear Creek Saddle