Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Metaline Falls, Washington

Frisco Standard Road is the northernmost access from the Juanita border crossing into Canada across into Pend Oreille County, emerging at Boundary Dam. It's a USFS gravel road and is 2WD in good weather; it's…
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There are paved roads leading out of Ione. The rest is gravelled road. Easy ride. Alternative loop up FS Rd #421/300 (Jim Creek) is available. If time is critical, stay on Smackout Pass Rd, which…
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Starting close to the Nelway (Canada/USA Border crossing) down a gravel/dirt road, the trail follows along the Pend-d'Oreille River with a few single-wide blind corners with big drops off the side. There are a few…
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Gravel USFS roads from Sullivan Lake to the Salmo Mountain summit lookout have access to a wide variety of 4WD routes, campsites, lakes, streams, and hiking trailheads, and are suitable for bicycles and horseback riding.…
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This is a major excursion route from Chewelah, 57 miles north to the Beaver Lodge, located in the Little Pend Oreille lakes recreation area. It is paved road out of the Chewelah area up to…
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This is a short, easy road route. Mainly to get "seat time", this route travels along forested roads and through logged out areas. Recent logging activity may restrict travel on Hanson Creek Rd, however, weekends…
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Fairly easy trail, though several whoops and steeper pitches will be encountered, as well as ruts and washed out areas to transit through. You will join a main road to the top of the old…
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This easy route follows shady, forested roads through Sherry Creek, Flodelle Creek and Tacoma Creek areas up to the summit of Radar Dome. The old radar site is an interesting area used for paintball wars,…
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Gold/Beaver Creek (FS 1015, 401, and 1341) drives high into the Kaniksu National Forest from the State of Washington down to Beaver Creek Campground on Priest Lake in the panhandle of North Idaho. The upper…
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Hughes Ridge Lookout (FS 662/FS 1342) is frequently gated at the 0.7-mile mark, but when open, it has much to offer the adventurous. At 2.0 miles, there is a fork to FS 662, which is…
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This is a gorgeous out and back that will take you to the Ripple Ridge Cabins. The road is mostly smooth fire roads but take it slow so you don't miss the numerous waterfalls. The…
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Gravel USFS roads make this an easy trail for any vehicle, but 4WD is recommended for wet and snowy conditions. There are no obstacles other than mud puddles and ruts in places. It's a great…
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Bugle Creek (FS 655) ascends into the Kaniksu National Forest north of Priest Lake and forms part of a loop that encircles Upper Priest Lake in the farthest northwest corner of the Idaho Panhandle. The…
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Gravel road route, with some areas of dirt and possible muddy conditions, depending upon weather.
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This is a major excursion route. Combination of paved road out of Chewelah, gravel road, and steep rocky parts as you get on the Calispell Peak Road. It is a rough, bouncy, two mile section…
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Starting off Highway 3 as you climb over the Salmo-Creston Pass, you descend into the North Star Valley along a well-traveled dirt road. Along the trail, you can expect some rutted sections and fallen rock…
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Easy road ride. Mostly forested, with some open areas where you can view the valleys and mountains. Makes for a nice 2 hour excursion ride for family outing. Road may be rutted. Hartill Meadows is…
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Easy route with paved roads and gravel roads to the Old Dominion Mine parking area. City streets may be congested. Transition through the cemetery with appropriate care and concern in case of burial ceremonies.
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This is one of the several highway vehicle-only designated roads within Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge. This quick, easy dirt road takes you to both Potters Pond and Bayley Lake. Parking spots, restrooms, and…
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Cliff Ridge Road is a part of a huge network of forest service roads in Colville National Forest, but with one of if not the best views. About midway through this not-too-challenging trail, you can…
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This is a long scenic trail between Chewelah Creek Campground and Cusick, WA. It has multiple scenic viewpoints that present excellent photo opportunities. The majority of the trail is along well-maintained roads but narrows in…
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This trail offers a scenic and easy drive near Lionhead Campground with access to views of Priest Lake along a generally wide and smooth dirt road. Near the end, vegetation becomes more encroaching, adding a…
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The route encompasses both pavement and gravel roads. Flowery Trail road is paved, but OHV travel is authorized. The route is mainly forested road, with several breaks where you can view distant mountains and valleys.…
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Some paved, mostly gravelled roads. Easy ride. Mostly forested road with some open areas where views are available.
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Easy-to-moderate trail near Chewelah, WA, with a steady climb and switchbacks. Mixed terrain of gravel, compact dirt, loose rock, grass, and ruts. Starts approachable, becoming more engaging as elevation builds. Rated 2 when dry but…
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Bugle Pass or FR 655 and Hidden Lake FR 2545 of the Selkirk Mountains are the primary routes to trailheads for Hidden Lake, Shorty Peak, Red Top Mountain, and Joe Lake. This route is infrequently…
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Family oriented ride through forested region and rural valley area. Dusty gravel roads during the dry summer months, with muddy spots during and after storms. Easily negotiated with OHV's. Recommend having a chain saw or…
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This Sherlock Peak Byway gives a slow steady drive with some washed-out areas of the road during Spring and Fall. Along this trail, you'll see great views and deep treed areas providing an enjoyable ride…
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Gravel road for the most part, with occasional dirt/muddy areas, depending on weather. Easy ride, gentle pitches.
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Rigley Lake offers miles of state DNR lands for riding. This route features a visit to Rigley Lake, then to the NW corner of the DNR lands for a viewpoint overlooking Lake Roosevelt National Recreation…
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