Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Goldfield, Nevada

This is a graded trail, dusty and fairly smooth in the dry months. Very sloppy mud after any rain-expect caked-on mud on your vehicle and slippery conditions. The base is a mix of gravel and soil. Travel by passenger cars is possible during dry times if caution is used.
Learn more about Diamond field Gulch

Begin at the information sign approximately three miles North of the town of Goldfield while traveling on Highway 95. The trail runs West through the rolling hills for approximately three and a half miles. The trail should be done with a high clearance vehicle, ideally during dry times. There is one...
Learn more about Gemfield Access Trail

This route leaves the graded Chrispa Hills road and follows a trail down a seasonal wash. The wash is packed gravel, easy for any 4x4, but could be sketchy during a rain event. The endpoint is at the US government fence/boundary. Access is controlled by the base commander; see details in the second ...
Learn more about Stonewall Trailhead

This trail is an engaging, fast-paced "rip" across the expansive floor of the Ralston Valley. The route offers a unique transition of Nevada’s character, beginning at its southern end near an active gravel pit and concrete plant. In this industrial zone, the road is exceptionally wide but heavily wa...
Learn more about Ralston Valley Road

Enjoy a refreshing, low-stress "blast" across the Great Basin floor. This route serves as an efficient and comfortable link between the inland Saulsbury Road track and the primary Missile Base Access Road (Route 44). If you are looking for a break from the technical rock-crawling of the mountains, t...
Learn more about Saulsbury Cutover

This trail is a fascinating trip through time, tracing the historical diagonal route between the Hannapah mining district and the legendary town of Tonopah. This lightly used two-track offers a quintessential Nevada "backcountry" feel as it winds through rugged canyon corridors and descends into the...
Learn more about Hannapah Cutoff Road - FS 44505A

A sandy short dirt crossover with plenty of flat spots for dispersed camping featuring mountain and valley views. The road gets rutted in some spots and quite sandy in others. Do not attempt when wet. The area could be unbearably hot during the summer months, so be sure to bring plenty of water and ...
Learn more about 265 Camping Crossover

Saulsbury Road is an engaging dirt track that provides a front-row seat to the massive geological scale of the Saulsbury Wash. This trail is a study in contrasting terrains; it zig-zags along the edge of the wash, offering a physically active driving experience. The northern half of the route is the...
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This is a captivating route that offers a diverse "cross-section" of the Nevada high desert. The journey begins abruptly at the McKinney Tanks Summit off Highway 6, immediately greeting travelers with a charming, unexpected oasis: a large, established campsite on the left, featuring a majestic tree ...
Learn more about McKinney Tanks - FS 44459

This is an excellent choice for a short out-and-back trip for those with limited time who still want to experience high-desert mining history. Parrotte Springs Road, also known locally as Hannapah Road, is the primary and most accessible route leading into the historic Hannapah Silver Star mine com...
Learn more about Parrotte Springs / Hannapah Road - FS 44505

This rugged, immersive route provides a vital north-south connection through the heart of the San Antonio Mountains. This trail is perfect for those who enjoy a variety of terrain. The track alternates between established two-track and technical segments that follow natural creek beds and sandy dry ...
Learn more about Parrotte Springs Trail - FS 44505

This route offers a spirited and scenic alternative to the paved highway, allowing explorers to "rip" across the vast Great Basin floor on a classic desert two-track. This trail provides a true sense of scale, with the jagged silhouette of Thunder Mountain dominating the eastern horizon. The drive i...
Learn more about Rye Patch Desert Road

North Rye Patch is an essential and enjoyable north-south two-track that serves as a corridor across the sprawling valley floor. This trail is a favorite for explorers looking to link the lower trail networks off HWY6 with the district's northern reaches without ever having to touch the pavement of ...
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This fun trail starts just off Highway 6. Make sure to close the gate each time you pass. This is a sixteen mile out-and-back adventure. The first six miles are relatively straightforward with some slightly off-camber sections. There are a few stream crossings. This trail rewards the traveler with b...
Learn more about Douglas Spring - 44501

Saulsbury Wash is a classic "gateway" trail into the high-desert backcountry east of Tonopah. The route begins at a convenient Highway 6 staging area, which serves as an excellent jumping-off point. The staging area has picnic tables and public restrooms. The trail quickly transitions into a scenic,...
Learn more about Saulsbury Wash - FS 44056

This expansive, scenic trail offers a quintessential Nevada "choose your own adventure" experience. Winding through the volcanic San Antonio Mountains, the route navigates a complex maze of two-tracks left behind by over a century of intensive mining. The terrain is remarkably varied: you will spend...
Learn more about Cedar Corral - FS 44491

Sometimes you go exploring and find things you do not expect. This may be an adventure of that sort for you. Getting to this trail, you'll travel a nice and easy graded trail through the high desert. You'll reach an unassuming side trail that quickly starts to change. Huge and beautiful rock formati...
Learn more about Willow Creek Road to Pigeon Springs

This trail is part of the Death Valley/Big Pine Road. It is the summit crossing between the west side where Eureka Dunes is located and the east side at Crankshaft Crossing. The west side starts at 3,300 feet and summits at the Sulfur Mine at 5,226 feet. Then the trail comes down to the east side at...
Learn more about Sulfur Mine Summit Crossing

This 8.5-mile trail runs north to south. It can be ridden either way. It drops from 5,358 feet down to the valley at 3,418 feet. Starting from the top in the Piper Mountain Wilderness, the trail is a nice dirt double track. It starts fairly wide with good views of the desert flora and canyon walls. ...
Learn more about Horse Thief Canyon

Stone Cabin Ranch Road is a thoroughfare, offering a wide, well-maintained gravel corridor that stretches across the expansive Stone Cabin Valley. This route functions primarily as the industrial lifeline for the active ranch at its terminus. The trail provides a smooth and efficient transit for tho...
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This is a graded trail, dusty and fairly smooth in the dry months. Very sloppy mud after any rain-expect caked-on mud on your vehicle and slippery conditions. The base is a mix of gravel and soil. Travel by passenger cars is possible during dry times if caution is used.
Learn more about Diamond field Gulch

Begin at the information sign approximately three miles North of the town of Goldfield while traveling on Highway 95. The trail runs West through the rolling hills for approximately three and a half miles. The trail should be done with a high clearance vehicle, ideally during dry times. There is one...
Learn more about Gemfield Access Trail

This route leaves the graded Chrispa Hills road and follows a trail down a seasonal wash. The wash is packed gravel, easy for any 4x4, but could be sketchy during a rain event. The endpoint is at the US government fence/boundary. Access is controlled by the base commander; see details in the second ...
Learn more about Stonewall Trailhead

This trail is an engaging, fast-paced "rip" across the expansive floor of the Ralston Valley. The route offers a unique transition of Nevada’s character, beginning at its southern end near an active gravel pit and concrete plant. In this industrial zone, the road is exceptionally wide but heavily wa...
Learn more about Ralston Valley Road

This is a graded trail, dusty and fairly smooth in the dry months. Very sloppy mud after any rain-expect caked-on mud on your vehicle and slippery conditions. The base is a mix of gravel and soil. Travel by passenger cars is possible during dry times if caution is used.
Learn more about Diamond field Gulch

Begin at the information sign approximately three miles North of the town of Goldfield while traveling on Highway 95. The trail runs West through the rolling hills for approximately three and a half miles. The trail should be done with a high clearance vehicle, ideally during dry times. There is one...
Learn more about Gemfield Access Trail

This route leaves the graded Chrispa Hills road and follows a trail down a seasonal wash. The wash is packed gravel, easy for any 4x4, but could be sketchy during a rain event. The endpoint is at the US government fence/boundary. Access is controlled by the base commander; see details in the second ...
Learn more about Stonewall Trailhead

This trail is an engaging, fast-paced "rip" across the expansive floor of the Ralston Valley. The route offers a unique transition of Nevada’s character, beginning at its southern end near an active gravel pit and concrete plant. In this industrial zone, the road is exceptionally wide but heavily wa...
Learn more about Ralston Valley Road