Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Mansfield, Washington

This trail is gorgeous and features views unique to eastern Washington. There are a few shallow water crossings and some light mud. Some of the water crossings in the area have large rocks, so take…
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This road follows between the Main Canal and Trail Lake. The dirt road is rocky and bumpy but is 2WD capable. There are plenty of spots to park, camp, and fish along Trail Lake, especially…
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The Duffy Creek route takes you across some of the most scenic BLM land in central Washington. Most of the route overlooks the stunning Waterville Plateau. The route eventually descends into Duffy Creek; however, that…
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The Hungry Mountain Trail begins 1 mile west of the Methow River, where Gold Creek Road meets Forest Service Road 4330/South Fork Gold Creek. The easy-going route is made up of gravel, crushed granite, and…
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This route is a part of the WABDR (Section 5) and is therefore often trafficked by ADV riders. Please use caution. The trail from Highway 20 begins as a gentle and easy dirt road -…
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The North Fork Gold Creek trail begins 7.25 miles from Highway 153 at the junction with Buttermilk-Libby Road. This easy route is made up of gravel and crushed granite and travels almost entirely through the…
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From Highway 20, this is the route to take to reach Buck Mountain/Fire lookout tower. The trail begins as a nice wide two-track that weaves and winds its way up through the Loup Loup National…
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NF 8410 is also the northern half of section 4 of the Washington Backcountry Discovery Route (WABDR). The road winds through mountains and ridgelines in typical eastern Washington forests and meadows. This road has sections…
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This is a combination of Forest Road 4225 (South Beaver) and 4200 (South Fork Salmon). This route takes you into the Okanogan National Forest, leading to several other off-shoot trails and trailheads. At the beginning…
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Turning North off of Forest Road 42, this trail weaves and winds its way upward into the Okanogan National Forest. The trail begins as a nice wide road but the higher up the mountainside, the…
Learn more about NF 4235 - Starvation Mountain

The Washington Backcountry Discovery Route (WABDR) is a trail that runs from Canada to Oregon, initially designed for adventure, dual-sport motorcycles, and 4X4 vehicles. This trail covers most of section 4. Unfortunately, the tail end…
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As an alternative mountain route, this is a seven-mile loop through the forest. The Northern section is immensely overgrown and narrow, with fallen trees on/over trail likely, and where pin-striping from brushing vegetation is guaranteed.…
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The trail is designated as a green dot road and consists of compacted dirt mixed with sharp basalt rocks, which gives it a difficulty rating of 1. Located in a high desert area, this trail…
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If you're looking for an alternate road option from Highway 20 into the Okanogan National Forest, here is one. It's an easy, 2WD friendly, dirt road - complete with the typical washboards and small bumpy…
Learn more about Balky Hill Road - 1637

This is a scenic shelf trail that connects Road 1631 and Road 1637. There is one steeper hill grade on the western end of the trail and a handful of longer and gradual hill grades…
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This gravel road runs through a bird reserve. It is only accessible between August and October. The trail is gated, the road turns into a dirt road, and there are some narrower areas, but there…
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This trail consists of hard-packed dirt and sharp basalt rocks that can easily puncture a tire. It includes steep climbs and descents. It is advisable to carry a spare tire and a tire patch kit.…
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This is a gravel road to the sand dunes site with some washboard, lots of dust, and dunes with overgrown vegetation. It's a very easy gravel road, with minor elevation, this portion can be done…
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This is part of the WABDR (Section 5) and is therefore often trafficked by ADV riders and other adventurists. Please use caution. This section of trail is a nice wide dirt road - wide enough…
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This section of NF 43 leads to/from the Black Pine Lake Campground eastward and connects to other trails in the area, one of which can get you back to the main road (153). The road…
Learn more about NF 43 (Eastern) - Buttermilk Libby

The trail features rocky slopes along with rolling ridges and canyons, predominantly covered by shrub-steppe habitat. In the spring, there is an opportunity to see the Hedgehog cactus, which is the only pincushion-type cactus found…
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NF 700 is one continual and gradual climb up to the Libby Lake Hiking Trailhead. It is easy enough for 2WD, as noted by the vehicles parked at the trailhead. The trail itself is fairly…
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This trail consists of compacted dirt with sharp basalt rocks. There are a few hill climbs and descents. Dust during the summer months is a significant issue; try to maintain distance between vehicles for better…
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This length of the trail was primarily dirt and gravel, however, there were multiple sections of slushy snow remaining on the main trails. Directly on the main train was a snow block that was deemed…
Learn more about Naneum Ridge State Forest Day Trip

This six-mile trail is one long continual hill climb/descent that leads up to the Black Pine Lake Campground/Lake. There are warning signs at the top: "Narrow Steep Road", and "No Trailers" due to the steep…
Learn more about Poorman Creek Road (NF 4300300)

The sagebrush steppe, with its rocky outcroppings and hidden canyons, presents stunning floral displays in the spring that will leave you in awe. Entire hillsides bloom with the vibrant yellow flowers of the Arrowleaf Balsamroot,…
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The trail showcases rocky slopes, rolling ridges, and canyons, predominantly covered by shrub-steppe habitat. It features hard-packed dirt strewn with sharp basalt rocks. The terrain transitions from high desert landscapes to alpine forest. Numerous viewpoints…
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This trail is mostly gravel state and county roads leading through the Sinlahekin Wildlife Refuge. It goes up the steep Chopaka Grade overlooking Palmer Lake and Palmer Mountain (historic gold mining country) and to Chopaka…
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This section of NF 43 is where the pavement ends and the dirt road begins, leading to Black Pine Lake/Campground. There are warning signs at the bottom of the road: "Entering Burned Area. Increased risk…
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NF 400 begins as a nice, wide two-track but gradually becomes more and more narrow with vegetation overgrowth. There are sections where pin-striping for wider vehicles would occur. Erosion damage exists in a few places;…
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