Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Deport, Texas

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Ouachita National Forest Access Road

This scenic off-road route follows a well-maintained gravel surface that is typically wide yet tapers to narrower sections at times. You will notice drainage ditches running along its edges, and during April there is considerable…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

Glover River Camp Route

This trail links a few different forest roads together to end at an amazing open camp area with room for several rigs and easy access to the glover river. It has several small water crossings…
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Total Miles
16.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp / Wi / Su

Cedar Creek Trail

This trail is a dirt/gravel road that is well maintained. There are several low water crossing along this trail with 3' to 8' of water to cross and all with concrete drive-throughs. The gravel road…
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Total Miles
9.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

52420

This route commences with a rocky, off-camber descent toward a low-level water crossing, after which the path narrows and becomes increasingly rugged, requiring slow travel in low gear. Water damage has significantly eroded the surface,…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

Shell Rock Road

This road is mostly rock/shale/gravel Forest Service Road. It is a rough rocky road with deep shoulder drop-offs from 3' to 30' in some areas. There is Shell Rock creek that runs along it. The…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Anderson Trail

This scenic off-road route, known as the Anderson Trail, serves as a primary connector between higher and lower trails in the region. Although it is predominantly well-maintained gravel, a handful of rocky sections and muddy…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53250

This off-road trail winds through a dense forest, revealing a narrow track that shows signs of limited upkeep, particularly through overgrowth and numerous muddy, rock-bottomed holes often present during April. Several off-camber stretches and areas…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53150

This off-road route is both picturesque and adventurous, with a narrow, winding, and rocky path that demands patience to navigate. About halfway through, you will discover a sizable pond, the trail appears to be a…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53140

This off-road route presents a scenic journey along a mostly flat, well-maintained gravel surface, although it is quite narrow with trees lining the edges. The trail features a deceptively steep ascent that may require some…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

52750

This narrow, short, and flat trail is exceptionally beautiful and offers a delightful experience for off-road enthusiasts. The route winds through a pristine forest before reaching a clear creek featuring a submerged concrete passway. At…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53300

This off-road trail leads adventurers to a creek along narrow, wet UTV pathways. The route appears to be poorly maintained, featuring rocky, off-camber sections with relatively steep ascents and descents. It passes over several beautiful…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53500 Creek Trail

This narrow, short, and flat trail is exceptionally beautiful and offers a delightful experience for off-road enthusiasts. The route winds through a pristine forest before reaching a clear creek featuring a submerged concrete passway. At…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53146

This narrow and short off-road trail winds its way through a picturesque pine forest, eventually terminating in two distinct grassy fields that appear ideal for group camping. It is important to note that these open…
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Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53350

This off-road trail presents a rugged challenge with its rocky surface that gradually narrows while becoming off-camber, showing clear signs of water damage. In several areas, the forest is encroaching on the path, increasing the…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

North Wade Road

Beginning as a narrow and winding route through a dense forest, the trail quickly does not seem to be used frequently. Early in the journey, you will cross a bridge situated beside an old railway…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Shocker

This fun trail is considered the beginning of the singletrack as it starts at the Motorcycle Trailhead. This trail is very flowy with short steep grades and loose rocks. There are many tight areas for…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

50297

Although this trail is short, it is certainly worth exploring. It is a narrow, winding, and rocky route that remains a pleasant drive for most vehicles as it cuts through a dense forest. The trail…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Short Blast

This short, intermediate trail takes you through a pine forest, squeezing through tight trees.
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Main Road

Main Road ** Park Rating: 1/5 ** Technical Rating: 2/10 **Detailed Notes** Primary park access road that passes the office, main pavilion, bathrooms, and campsites. Bumpy with loose rocks and sandy dirt. Can accommodate trailers…
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Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp / Wi

10 Mile

This flowy trail marked by green arrows is a good way to traverse the park if you need to connect the southeast side to the northeast side quickly. The trail is mostly smooth with a…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

We Show

We Show ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 2/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Very tight, short trail designed for short wheelbase rigs. Not recommended for full-size rigs due to sharp turns and narrow lines.…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Linda Gail

Linda Gail ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 3/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Scenic and beginner-friendly trail with multiple rocky creek crossings. Off-camber sections and small rocky obstacles present learning opportunities without big risks.…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Golf Course Trail

This trail is a fun, thrilling, and yet technical trail that follows parallel to the Golf Course Road, which leads to Cedar Greek Golf Course. There are several spots filled with mud and water about…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Fish Fry Creek Road

This beautiful trail takes you down to the Mountain Fork River edge. This is one of the few trails in the area that you can actually descend all the way to the water and camp…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

Too Easy

This is a short connector from "Creek Trail" to "Something Else".
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Sunday Cruise Bypass

Sunday Cruise Bypass ** Park Rating: 2/5 ** Technical Rating: 3/10 ** Detailed Notes ** Loose rocks, dirt, and clay; tight canyon-style walls and a water crossing. Steep inclines and declines, but no major ledges.…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp / Su / Wi

Hidden Camp Trail

This trail takes you down to several areas where you can camp and hike to Presbyterian Falls on the Mountain Fork River. The trail does not have many hazards till you reach the end. The…
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Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

50240 - Tree Valley Trail

This road is a simple two-track and graded dirt road which has no difficult features to traverse. This trail ends at several campsites no matter what road you take. There are several very pretty valleys…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Southeast Main Road

Southeast Main Road ** Park Rating: 1/5 ** Technical Rating: 2/10 **Detailed Notes** Loose dirt and rocks, wide enough for large rigs and trailers, mild bumps. Connects to multiple trails and pavilions. Not technical, serves…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa

Mad Max

This East Texas singletrack cuts through a dense forest of pines and hardwoods on a primarily dirt surface. Riders will encounter frequent exposed roots and occasional patches of rock that add technical character without raising…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

ATV Trails Near Deport, Texas

Ouachita National Forest Access Road

This scenic off-road route follows a well-maintained gravel surface that is typically wide yet tapers to narrower sections at times. You will notice drainage ditches running along its edges, and during April there is considerable…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

Cedar Creek Trail

This trail is a dirt/gravel road that is well maintained. There are several low water crossing along this trail with 3' to 8' of water to cross and all with concrete drive-throughs. The gravel road…
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Total Miles
9.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

52420

This route commences with a rocky, off-camber descent toward a low-level water crossing, after which the path narrows and becomes increasingly rugged, requiring slow travel in low gear. Water damage has significantly eroded the surface,…
Learn more about 52420
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

Shell Rock Road

This road is mostly rock/shale/gravel Forest Service Road. It is a rough rocky road with deep shoulder drop-offs from 3' to 30' in some areas. There is Shell Rock creek that runs along it. The…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Anderson Trail

This scenic off-road route, known as the Anderson Trail, serves as a primary connector between higher and lower trails in the region. Although it is predominantly well-maintained gravel, a handful of rocky sections and muddy…
Learn more about Anderson Trail
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

53250

This off-road trail winds through a dense forest, revealing a narrow track that shows signs of limited upkeep, particularly through overgrowth and numerous muddy, rock-bottomed holes often present during April. Several off-camber stretches and areas…
Learn more about 53250
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

UTV/Side-by-Side Near Deport, Texas

Ouachita National Forest Access Road

This scenic off-road route follows a well-maintained gravel surface that is typically wide yet tapers to narrower sections at times. You will notice drainage ditches running along its edges, and during April there is considerable…
Learn more about Ouachita National Forest Access Road
Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

Glover River Camp Route

This trail links a few different forest roads together to end at an amazing open camp area with room for several rigs and easy access to the glover river. It has several small water crossings…
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Total Miles
16.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp / Wi / Su

Cedar Creek Trail

This trail is a dirt/gravel road that is well maintained. There are several low water crossing along this trail with 3' to 8' of water to cross and all with concrete drive-throughs. The gravel road…
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Total Miles
9.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

52420

This route commences with a rocky, off-camber descent toward a low-level water crossing, after which the path narrows and becomes increasingly rugged, requiring slow travel in low gear. Water damage has significantly eroded the surface,…
Learn more about 52420
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

Shell Rock Road

This road is mostly rock/shale/gravel Forest Service Road. It is a rough rocky road with deep shoulder drop-offs from 3' to 30' in some areas. There is Shell Rock creek that runs along it. The…
Learn more about Shell Rock Road
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Anderson Trail

This scenic off-road route, known as the Anderson Trail, serves as a primary connector between higher and lower trails in the region. Although it is predominantly well-maintained gravel, a handful of rocky sections and muddy…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi