Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Deepstep, Georgia

Peter Williams Forest Road 1052 is a winding out-and-back trail that sees little traffic, likely because it begins on private property off the beaten path. The road leading to Peter Williams is paved, but don't…
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Rock House Falls Road is a short drive in the Cedar Creek Wildlife Management Area of the Oconee National Forest. It leads down to the banks of Murder Creek at Rock House Falls, where there…
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Williamson Cemetery A (FS 1048A) branches off of FS 1048 about three miles south of County Road 212. Most of the road is single-lane, improved gravel up to the closed gate where it enters private…
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Reids Road is a packed Georgia clay point-to-point road with some sections of crushed gravel for stability. It is a generous one vehicle wide on the northwestern end, narrowing to a typical one lane wide…
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Union Hill Church (FS 1040) is an out-and-back trail that dead-ends into private property. The trail is single-lane wide with places to pass, but be mindful of logging trucks as they move fast and leave…
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Glenwood Springs Road is a two-lane wide, packed red Georgia clay and crushed rock point-to-point trail through the central section of the Oconee National Forest. The forest on each side of the trail is fairly…
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This portion of the Oconee forest has well maintained service roads throughout with minimal-to-no obstacles to encounter. Wildlife such as deer and turkey are often seen so situational awareness should be maintained while driving to…
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Union Hill Church Road is a four-and-a-half-mile point-to-point trail running from the intersection of Bradley Road SE and Union Hill Church. FR1040 on its north end to Shoal Creek Road on the southern end. The…
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Firetower Road is a two and a half mile point-to-point road through the Cedar Creek WMA section of the Oconee National Forest. It passes through several private properties along the southern end. Watch for a…
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This route begins at the northern end of Burgess Road (1120), a well-maintained gravel service road that leads to Martins Mill Road. At this split, travelers should turn right as taking a left will lead…
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Stanford FR1059 is an interesting stretch of a two-track point-to-point trail through the Oconee National Forest. It provides a scenic alternate route from Greenwood Spring Road's midpoint back to Highway 212. It has a well-maintained…
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Vinning (FS 1092) is a short, gentle, and beautiful ride through the far northeast section of the Oconee National Forest close to the Oconee Ranger Station. Its eastern end is along the well-manicured Rock Eagle…
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Pines Chapel (FS 1044) is a 1.3-mile out-and-back trail through the Cedar Creek Wildlife Management Area, which is part of the Oconee National Forest. The trail is packed clay and dirt with a gravel topper,…
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Town Creek ORV is located in Onocee National Forest. The B Loop trail is fairly flat and made up of hard pack and red clay dirt with plenty of roots. The trail is ridden clockwise…
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Penfield Hunt Camp Road is located in the Oconee National Forest. This road is mostly flat, with a few pothole exceptions. If you are traveling with a long trailer, drive slowly; the road is passable.…
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This straightforward gravel trail winds through the heart of the Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge, offering travelers a chance to experience the landscape in its natural state. The route showcases the region's characteristic terrain, consisting mainly…
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This route is easily traveled and is well-maintained. Initially passing private property, Cold Springs Road leads to Redlands Wildlife Management Area and Billups Road (1245). Throughout this drive, some mud holes may be encountered however,…
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Hitchiti is a well-maintained gravel trail. There's a bridge over scenic Falling Creek just after you pass through the gate. The trail then winds through an experimental demonstration area, mostly pines, where the US Forest…
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This scenic 9-mile trail winds through a diverse mix of terrain--ranging from sun-dappled pine ridges and shaded hardwood bottoms to gravel roads and shallow creek fords. It's an off-road adventurer's dream, offering peaceful solitude, abundant…
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Five Points Road is an east-west county road traversing through the midsection of the Piedmont NWR. It is a well-maintained, packed clay surface, two lanes wide for easy travel. There are about a dozen side…
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5 Points Lake East Access provides an alternate access to Five Points Lake. It is an out-and-back trail with a generous gravel base, allowing for easy travel by most vehicles. As the trail winds through…
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Billups Road is an out-and-back trail that winds through the Redlands Wildlife Management Area of the Oconee National Forest. It leads to a primitive camp and a primitive boat launch on the Oconee River just…
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This trail runs partly through the Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge and highlights the region's characteristic terrain, primarily gravel with scattered water and mud holes that can vary in size depending on recent weather conditions. Portions…
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Caney Creek is a generous single-lane-wide point-to-point trail mostly within the Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge, connecting Round Oak-Juliette Road to Jarrell Plantation Road. There is a shortcut to the Little Rock Wildlife Drive in the…
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5 Points Lake North Access road is a short, single-lane, wide, graveled roadway in the Piedmont NWR. It leads from Five Points Road down to Five Points Lake from the north side of the lake.…
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This out-and-back trail is tucked away within the Oconee National Forest, offering a quiet and somewhat secluded experience for those who enjoy exploring less-traveled paths. The route itself is a narrow, single-lane gravel trail, flanked…
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This out-and-back trail is located within the Piedmont Wildlife Refuge and offers travelers an opportunity to experience the area's distinctive terrain and scenery. The route is composed primarily of gravel, with occasional small water holes…
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This is an outdoor area for anglers and hunters. South of the town of Watkinsville, Georgia, it is easily accessible and rarely crowded. You will need a Georgia fishing or hunting license to be in…
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Scenic path for wildlife spotting directly off of the main road. This trail is mostly maintained gravel with some small inclines, which may be difficult after recent rain. This trail features some amazing hiking trails…
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This trail is located within the Piedmont Wildlife Refuge and offers visitors a glimpse of the area's characteristic terrain. The route consists primarily of gravel, with occasional water and mud holes that can vary in…
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