Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Lexington, Georgia

This route passes through Oconee National Forest. It is well maintained and passable with most vehicles any time of the year. Muddy conditions can be encountered from time to time however, it should not limit…
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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 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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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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Segment 2 of the South Carolina Adventure Route wanders between the towns of Edgefield and Westminster, traversing one of the three sections of Sumter National Forest along the way. The trail through this region is…
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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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Red Root Road, also known as FSR 92, is a route that traverses the Lake Russel WMA from just outside Toccoa, GA to Mt. Airy, GA. This route can be used to access seasonal routes…
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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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Currahee Mountain FSR 62, is a gravel-based Forestry Road up the Northern Georgia Mountain of the same name, located within the southeastern rim of the Chattahoochee National Forest, specifically the eastern side of the Lake…
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Guard Camp Road is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest near Cornelia, GA. Nearby, you can visit Tallulah Gorge, view the waterfalls, explore downtown Clayton and fish in the numerous waterways. While camping is available…
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Brown Bottom Road is located in the center of a section of the Chattahoochee National Forest outside of Cornelia, GA. This road is wide, covered in large gravel and wide enough for two vehicles to…
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Georgia Mountain Orchard Road is an easy route into the Lake Russel WMA. This route begins just outside of Cornelia, Georgia. This road can be driven in 2WD and is a relaxing trek overall. Driving…
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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center is a Georgia DNR. facility to promote wildlife education. The run classes for wildlife enthusiasts, hunters and fisherman. It adjoins the Clybel WMA and the Marben PFA, which provide several opportunities…
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This trail travels through the Oconee National Forest and Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge. All of the roads are well maintained, and minimal obstacles should be expected to be encountered. Depending on road closures, there are…
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The Locust Stake Road is a mostly gravel county road going through a small southeastern quadrant of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest that exists between Rock Road (where Currahee Mountain can be seen in the southern…
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Part of the Locust Stake OHV system. The trail is for ATVs and Dirt Bikes. The trail is moderate to easy, clay hard base. The trail is 2-way, so be cautious and stay to the…
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Lee Mountain Road (FS 181) is a fun mix of gravel and mud, with a few ruts and mud holes to keep things interesting! If your vehicle doesn't have decent ground clearance or 4x4, you…
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Segment 3 is the "upstate" section of the SCAR, and is bookended by the towns of Westminster and Gaffney. This section transits the Blue Ridge Mountains and consists of some fabulous gravel roads with a…
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Black Mountain Road is an out-and-back trail that gets you near the top of Black Mountain (1509ft). This route has a special designation and is only open from 8/30-1/9. This area is used for hunting,…
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FSR 220 is an out-and-back ride that starts at the junction of Black Mountain Road and South Panther Creek Road. You will turn left onto South Panther Creek Road. The end of the road is…
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This trail meanders through sections of the Oconee National Forest, providing visitors with an immersive experience of the region's natural landscape. Approximately halfway along the route, there is a quarter-mile stretch bordered by private property…
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This trail winds its way through portions of the Oconee National Forest, offering visitors a firsthand experience of the region's landscape. The route is composed primarily of gravel and some dirt/mud, with the occasional water…
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Honey Stand Road is a short out-and-back trail that can be used to get closer access to the Panther Creek walking trail that leads to Panther Creek Falls. The road is graveled with little to…
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This trail extends partly through the Oconee National Forest and showcases the characteristic terrain of the area--predominantly gravel with scattered water and mud holes that may vary in size depending on recent weather conditions. Portions…
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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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This route leads down to Lake Tugaloo; which is the end of the Wild and Scenic Chattoga River and creates the border of South Carolina and Georgia. Lake Tugaloo is a perfect place to stop…
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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 route is gravel-covered throughout and a well-maintained road within the Oconee National Forest. It cuts between Lower Falling Circle Road and Starr Road. Minimal to no obstacles should be expected even when muddy conditions…
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This trail extends through the Oconee National Forest and showcases the characteristic terrain of the area--predominantly gravel with scattered water and mud holes that may vary in size depending on recent weather conditions. It ends…
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