Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Goldthwaite, Texas

Beginning just south of the town of Goldthwaite, the trail begins at Ranch Road 3023 off of Hwy 16. A few miles of paved road abruptly ends and becomes a dirt road leading south towards Shaw Bend of the Colorado River. The long sweeping straightaways of the county road end after turning on to County...
Learn more about Goldthwaite Gallop

This route is a fun, easy country backroads drive that does not require 4WD. The roads are dirt/gravel with some high vegetation on the sides, water crossings, and some twists and turns through the Texas Hill Country. The road is a county road that winds through the area outside San Saba, around a r...
Learn more about County Road 144/146

Step off the beaten path and explore the area flanking the Colorado River between San Saba and Goldthwaite. Starting near Hwy 190 in Lometa, this trail begins with a short dirt stretch and then transitions to a few miles of paved county road. Once the road passes the train tracks, it becomes dirt wi...
Learn more about Double Ford

Priddy Windmills is an easy, scenic dirt and gravel route perfect for beginners, families, and any vehicle looking for a relaxing cruise through the Texas countryside. Stretching approximately 12.6 miles through the Flat Top wind farm between Goldthwaite and Priddy, this trail offers drivers up-clos...
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Cutting from Hwy 16 to Hwy 190 around the town of San Saba and over the San Saba River, this quick drive offers beautiful views of the Texas countryside. A long straight stretch through grazing fields and under power lines leads to a grave yard flanked by a large power station, offering a stark cont...
Learn more about Saba Stroll

This is an easy gravel road that runs from FM 574 to FM 500. It's close to Goldthwaite, Brownwood, and San Saba, Texas. What makes the trail worth driving is the Regency Bridge which crosses the Colorado River. It is a single-lane suspension bridge with a wooden road deck, which was built in 1939 an...
Learn more about Regency Bridge (CR 433)

Meander through the north end of the Texas Hill Country along Cherokee Creek following unpaved county roads. Starting in the small town of Cherokee, this trail begins by turning onto County Road 409 from Hwy 16. Around the first bend in the road, pavement quickly turns to dirt and stays that way for...
Learn more about Cherokee Creek

This route is mainly red dirt with short patches of asphalt, especially around the low water crossings. It is an easy trail that does not require a 4x4. This scenic route will take you through farmland with loose livestock, including beautiful Texas Longhorns. The road winds through the backcountry ...
Learn more about County Road 414

Rivers and Ribeyes is an easygoing, scenic 62-mile route serving as a picturesque side trip to the longer Texas Hill Country Tour or the Texas Traverse. This trail features primarily graded dirt roads with a flat profile, sitting at elevations between 1,074 and 1,508 feet. The journey is smooth and ...
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Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, this scenic 4.9-mile dirt and gravel trail runs along County Road 315 and offers a peaceful drive with sweeping countryside views. In March and April, the landscape comes alive with vibrant displays of bluebonnets, making it an especially picturesque t...
Learn more about Sandy Creek Crossing

A dirt bike-friendly track with a mix of rocky sections and dirt paths, perfect for those who enjoy varied terrain. The trail features small rolling hills and gentle climbs that provide a smooth ride while offering enough elevation change to keep things interesting. With wide turns that suit two-whe...
Learn more about Jake Spoon Trail

This is a gently meandering dirt bike trail that takes drivers through a beautiful canopy of trees and vines, typical of the Texas Hill Country. With a firm dirt base, this trail provides a smooth and forgiving ride, though occasional loose rocks may add a bit of challenge in certain sections. The t...
Learn more about Iron Hoof

A scenic single track perfect for dirt bikes, featuring a moderate incline and decline that will test your handling skills without being too steep. The trail winds through native underbrush and tree cover, offering a beautiful and immersive riding experience. The soil on this trail retains water, wh...
Learn more about Sleepy Hollow

Short trail accessible by any 4WD or motorcycle. Has a short descent/climb into the camping area. Leads to a great campground with a pond. Large trees for shade. Large grassy area to camp on with room for 4 to 5 vehicles and tents. DOMO Dove Nest Motorsports Club is a private park. Fees are require...
Learn more about Lost Light Camp

This singletrack dirt bike trail cuts through open brush, scattered cedars, and rolling Texas terrain. The trail runs on hard-packed dirt with light gravel and minimal elevation change. Occasional ruts and tight brush keep things interesting, but there are no major technical features. Best ridden in...
Learn more about Sleepy Shortcut

A primary single-track route linking The Nest staging area to the main riding track and the surrounding off-road trail network. The trail features an incline and descent of approximately 20 degrees, which provides a bit of a workout for riders but nothing too strenuous. In the spring, the trail’s pa...
Learn more about Lonesome Dove

Parts were formerly a ranch road, this trail is a winding path that’s perfect for dirt bikes. The trail meanders through open spaces, at times following the fence line and running through patches of trees, offering a mix of shaded and open riding sections. This loop trail will eventually bring you b...
Learn more about Clara's Orchard

Deet's Drive is a short, easy-access trail that links the Lonesome Dove Trail near The Nest to the Dove Nest Cabins and nearby Comanche Moon Trail. The surface is primarily dirt, typically smooth and well-traveled, though it can become slick after rainfall. With minimal elevation change and no signi...
Learn more about Deet's Drive

This path is flat and easygoing, with only minor elevation changes, making it perfect for a relaxed ride. The trail winds through lightly wooded terrain, providing plenty of shade while maintaining solid traction with small embedded rocks scattered along the way. This trail offers a peaceful, scenic...
Learn more about July's Draw

Short trail accessible by any 4WD or motorcycle. Has a short descent/climb into the camping area. Leads to a great campground with a pond. Large trees for shade. Large grassy area to camp on with room for 4 to 5 vehicles and tents. DOMO Dove Nest Motorsports Club is a private park. Fees are require...
Learn more about Lost Light Camp

A primary single-track route linking The Nest staging area to the main riding track and the surrounding off-road trail network. The trail features an incline and descent of approximately 20 degrees, which provides a bit of a workout for riders but nothing too strenuous. In the spring, the trail’s pa...
Learn more about Lonesome Dove

Deet's Drive is a short, easy-access trail that links the Lonesome Dove Trail near The Nest to the Dove Nest Cabins and nearby Comanche Moon Trail. The surface is primarily dirt, typically smooth and well-traveled, though it can become slick after rainfall. With minimal elevation change and no signi...
Learn more about Deet's Drive

This path is flat and easygoing, with only minor elevation changes, making it perfect for a relaxed ride. The trail winds through lightly wooded terrain, providing plenty of shade while maintaining solid traction with small embedded rocks scattered along the way. This trail offers a peaceful, scenic...
Learn more about July's Draw

Short trail accessible by any 4WD or motorcycle. Has a short descent/climb into the camping area. Leads to a great campground with a pond. Large trees for shade. Large grassy area to camp on with room for 4 to 5 vehicles and tents. DOMO Dove Nest Motorsports Club is a private park. Fees are require...
Learn more about Lost Light Camp

A primary single-track route linking The Nest staging area to the main riding track and the surrounding off-road trail network. The trail features an incline and descent of approximately 20 degrees, which provides a bit of a workout for riders but nothing too strenuous. In the spring, the trail’s pa...
Learn more about Lonesome Dove

Deet's Drive is a short, easy-access trail that links the Lonesome Dove Trail near The Nest to the Dove Nest Cabins and nearby Comanche Moon Trail. The surface is primarily dirt, typically smooth and well-traveled, though it can become slick after rainfall. With minimal elevation change and no signi...
Learn more about Deet's Drive

This path is flat and easygoing, with only minor elevation changes, making it perfect for a relaxed ride. The trail winds through lightly wooded terrain, providing plenty of shade while maintaining solid traction with small embedded rocks scattered along the way. This trail offers a peaceful, scenic...
Learn more about July's Draw