Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Kingston, Georgia

This trail is on National Forest land. A hunting/fishing license or land pass is required to enter. Expect beautiful wooden views during spring and summer. The trail is half gravel and half dirt; rain will create a few washout ruts and some mud sections. There's a deep water pit with a mud bottom lo...
Learn more about Iron Stab

This path, situated between Dry Creek Road and Floyd Springs Road NE, primarily features a gravel and dirt track, offering a unique experience for outdoor enthusiasts. As you traverse this route, be prepared to encounter several washouts and ruts, which require careful navigation to ensure safety. T...
Learn more about Dunaway Gap - FS 204

This route travels the southern portion of Johns Mountain, passing Hidden Creek and offering outstanding views. Throughout this route, you will travel a one-lane service road with rocky surfaces and minimal obstacles to navigate. Watch out for steep drop-offs and sharp turns along the route. This ro...
Learn more about Hidden Creek Road (955-955B)

Calebck spurs off of FS 955B, also known as Hidden Creek Road. This freshly graveled track is thick and loose, so please ride with caution if you are on two wheels. The journey begins with a steady elevation gain for the first 2.7 miles. After this ascent, the track drops in elevation by roughly 150...
Learn more about Calbeck - FS 955E

Bow Creek, FSR 955F, is a seasonally closed forest service road in the John Mountain Wildlife Management area. It is an in-and-out road and the travel time reflects this with the return trip. This forest service road affords great access for hunters with a few campsites along the way. Current 2024 M...
Learn more about Bow Creek - FS 955F

This track spurs off of FS 955F, also known as Bow Creek. It is structured as a full out-and-back route along a freshly graveled forest road with a steady, consistent elevation gain throughout the journey. The trail gets quite tight in several places, but fortunately, there are pull-off areas scatte...
Learn more about Blue Springs Branch A - FS 955A

This track branches off from FS 955F, also known as Bow Creek, and offers a unique driving experience. Recently, it has been freshly graveled, resulting in a thick and loose gravel surface that adds a bit of challenge to the journey. As you navigate the track, you’ll encounter a steady elevation gai...
Learn more about Blue Springs Branch D - FS 955D

If you’re in the mood for a little adventure, take a detour off Martha Berry Highway (Route 27) and follow the nicely graveled two-track that winds its way into the majestic Chattahoochee National Forest. This hidden gem practically invites you to leave the beaten path and embrace the thrill of expl...
Learn more about Taylor's Ridge - FS 254

This trail, typical of those found in the Chattahoochee National Forest, follows a mostly gravel road with some dirt and muddy sections, running from Dry Creek FR 226 to Dry Creek Branch B-FR 226B. While generally maintained, drivers should expect occasional ruts and minor washouts. Most vehicles sh...
Learn more about Dry Creek Branch A - Forest Road 226A

This out-and-back trail, typical of those in the Chattahoochee National Forest, follows a mostly dirt road with some gravel and muddy sections. While generally maintained, drivers should expect ruts and occasional washouts, especially after rain. Most high-clearance vehicles should be able to naviga...
Learn more about Mount Joy - Forest Road 216

This out-and-back trail, typical of those found in the Chattahoochee National Forest, follows a mostly gravel road with some dirt and muddy sections. While generally maintained, drivers should expect occasional ruts and minor washouts. Most vehicles should have no trouble navigating the route. The t...
Learn more about Dry Creek Branch C - Forest Road 226C

This trail, typical of those found in the Chattahoochee National Forest, follows a mostly gravel road with some dirt and muddy sections, running from Dry Creek FR 226 to Dry Creek Branch C FR 226C. While generally maintained, drivers should expect occasional ruts and minor washouts. Most vehicles sh...
Learn more about Dry Cr Branch B - Forest Road 226B

This out-and-back trail, typical of those found in the Chattahoochee National Forest, follows a mostly gravel road with some dirt and muddy sections. While generally maintained, drivers should expect occasional ruts and minor washouts. Most vehicles should have no trouble navigating the route. The t...
Learn more about Dry Creek - Forest Road 226

Chestnut Mountain 212A is a well-maintained road that is passable by most vehicles. Some rutted and rocky areas may be encountered throughout, however, they can be passed with little to no difficulty. Portions of the road have mountain ledges, so drivers should maintain awareness as they follow the ...
Learn more about Chestnut Mountain - FS 212A

FS 231 is accessed directly off of Pocket Road. It is mostly Gravel and Dirt with a mix of ruts and/or washout along the track. It traverses the Bowater road area and climbs a ridge with some switchback turns to a dead-end at the top of the ridge.
Learn more about FS 231

Nestled just off the scenic Chestnut Mountain, the Turkey Creek Trail awaits adventurers seeking a tranquil escape into nature’s embrace. This charming two-track trail offers a delightful journey through lush landscapes, where the thrill of exploration begins with a gentle ascent. As you pedal or hi...
Learn more about Turkey Creek - FS 212B

This out-and-back trail, typical of those in the Chattahoochee National Forest, follows a mostly gravel road with occasional dirt and muddy sections. While generally maintained, drivers should be prepared for occasional ruts and minor washouts. The route alternates between two-lane and single-lane s...
Learn more about Strawberry Mountain - Forest Road 260

Very short trail that leads to the Trailhead for the Keown Falls hiking trail and connects with the Pinhoti. The trail is a gravel road with minor ruts. Can be traveled by any vehicle. There is parking at the end that can fit many vehicles, although it is advised for larger vehicles to park parallel...
Learn more about Keown Falls - FS 702

This out-and-back trail, typical of those in the Chattahoochee National Forest, primarily follows a gravel road with occasional dirt sections and muddy puddles. While generally maintained, drivers should expect minor ruts and possible washouts--especially after heavy rain. The trail is single-lane b...
Learn more about East Armuchee Creek - Forest Road 310

This out-and-back trail is typical of those found in the Chattahoochee National Forest, following a mostly gravel road with some dirt and muddy sections. While generally maintained, drivers should expect occasional ruts and minor washouts. It's a single-lane route with multiple pull-off areas for pa...
Learn more about Manning Mill Road - Forest Road 227

Trail 9 is an easy trail that will connect you to trails 16, 11, and 10. Only two-wheel drive is needed. It goes right past the famous Foxes Hollow trail, which can be a challenge at times. It's often a hangout at nighttime. This is a fun and easy connector trail for most.
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The main connecting trail at Indian Mountain ATV park links to Trail 1 and runs uphill, passing by all the cabins. It's an easy trail suitable for any vehicle in 2WD. As you progress, you might encounter a few mud puddles in some areas. The trail accommodates two-way traffic, so be sure to watch out...
Learn more about 12

Trail 8 is a shortcut trail that crosses a ridge. It starts at both ends of Trail 12 and leads to the top of Kiley's Crawl and Booger Holler. You can drive it in any vehicle in 2WD. It takes you to the top of Paycheck Holler and allows two-way traffic. Watch out for riders.
Learn more about Trail 8

This is the main connecting trail that will take you from the dam and wind through the woods. You'll go past the entrance to Trail 6, Trail 15, and Foxes Hollow and end up at the powerlines, which is a very popular spot to hang out. The trail has a couple of small one-lane bridges to cross.
Learn more about 16

Trail 9 is an easy trail that will connect you to trails 16, 11, and 10. Only two-wheel drive is needed. It goes right past the famous Foxes Hollow trail, which can be a challenge at times. It's often a hangout at nighttime. This is a fun and easy connector trail for most.
Learn more about 9

The main connecting trail at Indian Mountain ATV park links to Trail 1 and runs uphill, passing by all the cabins. It's an easy trail suitable for any vehicle in 2WD. As you progress, you might encounter a few mud puddles in some areas. The trail accommodates two-way traffic, so be sure to watch out...
Learn more about 12

Trail 8 is a shortcut trail that crosses a ridge. It starts at both ends of Trail 12 and leads to the top of Kiley's Crawl and Booger Holler. You can drive it in any vehicle in 2WD. It takes you to the top of Paycheck Holler and allows two-way traffic. Watch out for riders.
Learn more about Trail 8

This is the main connecting trail that will take you from the dam and wind through the woods. You'll go past the entrance to Trail 6, Trail 15, and Foxes Hollow and end up at the powerlines, which is a very popular spot to hang out. The trail has a couple of small one-lane bridges to cross.
Learn more about 16