Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Mount Clifton, Virginia

This is a short but rough and muddy track through George Washington National Forest. You will encounter steep inclines and declines as well as a few unavoidable mud holes. This is an out-and-back trail ending on private property. There are a few campsites along the way, and cell service is spotty th...
Learn more about Cowger Ridge - FS 1701

Edinburg Gap is a minimally maintained Forest Service Road located in the George Washington National Forest. The road is one vehicle wide with plenty of space to pass and can be accessed by either end. The road passes through one shallow stream and an area of rockier terrain but is still accessible ...
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Devils Hole Road, or RT 691 Gravel Road, is an adventure weaving through the heart of the George Washington National Forest. Rocky in sections, with winding forest roads, leads to breathtaking mountain overlooks. Surrounded by towering hardwoods and remote wilderness, the trail delivers a perfect mi...
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The Chrisman Hollow Trail, also known as FS 274, connects US 211 at the south end and State Road 674 at the north end of the trail. It takes you to several trailheads, including the Lion's Tale Trail, which offers an ADA-accessible, half-mile trail along the Passage Creek. There are several primitiv...
Learn more about Chrisman Hollow - FS 274

This is a short connecting route in George Washington National Forest. In the summer months, this trail offers lush greenery throughout. The terrain is mostly gravel with small rocks scattered throughout. This route is 2 vehicles wide with plenty of room to pass if needed. Generally, any vehicle can...
Learn more about Cold Spring Road

Single-width gravel road with multiple dispersed camping and hiking options as well. There are a few steep inclines and declines that could be an issue with 2WD vehicles in the winter months when snow or ice is present, but generally any vehicle can traverse this trail. Cell service is spotty in the...
Learn more about Narrow Passage - FS 88

Short out-and-back trail leading to private property. This trail is single-width with no room to pass and limited options to move over for other vehicles. The terrain is mainly gravel, with one small water crossing. There are a few dispersed camping options along this route, and cell service is spot...
Learn more about Duncan Hollow

A scenic route through George Washington National Forest, this trail offers great views throughout. There are many camping options off this trail, as well as hiking and fishing options as well. A few inclines and declines could be an issue with 2wd vehicles when snow or ice is present, but generally...
Learn more about Little Stoney - FS 92

This trail offers scenic views of the mountains as you travel along the ridge. There are several dispersed campsites large enough to fit multiple vehicles with existing fire rings and great views. The trail is relatively smooth and can be driven in fair weather by most vehicles. The connection to Ve...
Learn more about Gauley Ridge Forest Road

Dead end route to a mountain pond. This route gradually climbs the mountain and ends at multiple locked gates. The route has some exposed base stone and muddy sections but generally maintained gravel forest service route. The route follows a creek with several dispersed camping areas along the creek...
Learn more about Emerald Pond

This is an access road to a boat launch on the Shenandoah River. This trail consists mostly of dirt with a few small ruts as well as loose rocks. There are a few camping options in the area, and cell service is spotty. Great place to have a picnic and take in the beautiful views of the Shenandoah Ri...
Learn more about Shenandoah Boat Launch

This is an access road to Bealers pond, consisting mainly of gravel with a few potholes. At the end of the trail, you will find Bealer's Pond, with many fishing options. This is a great spot to relax, cast a line out, and enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding Shenandoah Valley. Cell service i...
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This is a scenic route through George Washington National Forest. You will find great views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, as well as many dispersed camp sites along this route. There are also hunting and fishing options throughout as well. Terrain is gravel, with a few shallow mud holes....
Learn more about Slate Lick Run - FS 230

This is a single width road leading to a dead end field with many hike in camping options in the surrounding area. The trail is very narrow, with little to no room to pass another vehicle. Expect pinstripes throughout most of this trail. Cell service is spotty in the area.
Learn more about Whiting Tract

This is a steep, windy road leading up to the Woodstock Observation Tower. This tower offers amazing views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. This road is mainly loose gravel with switchbacks and steep inclines. This can be driven in 2WD, but use caution if snow or ice is present. Peters Mill...
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Peters Mill Run is a beginner-friendly, 8.4-mile point-to-point offroad trail near Fort Valley, Virginia, offering stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and ATVs an accessible mountain driving experience. As a designated Jeep Badge of Honor trail within the George Washington and Jefferson National ...
Learn more about Peters Mill Run OHV Trail

This is an offshoot of Slate Lick Run, primarily used for hunting access. The terrain is mainly gravel with a few mud holes, washouts, and a small creek crossing. There are a few dispersed campsites along this route, with fishing options as well. Generally, any high-clearance vehicle can traverse th...
Learn more about Hog Pen Run - FS 1279

Vepco Road is an ideal route for intermediate offroaders looking for a scenic mountain traverse that combines easy cruising with moderately challenging climbs along a power line corridor. Spanning approximately 12.1 miles through the George Washington National Forest, this trail climbs from a minimu...
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This is a maintained gravel road consisting of a few potholes and rough sections, as well as steep inclines and declines, which could require 4wd when snow or ice is present. No camping along this route, and cell service is spotty. Woodstock Tower and Peters Mill Run OHV area can both be accessed at...
Learn more about Mine Mountain

This Forest Service road has beautiful views of the Appalachian Mountains and 4WD is not required to see them. You will see several campsites right off the road, but there's one with a spectacular view of the mountains at 38.58666, -79.05788. This campsite is large enough for several rigs to set up ...
Learn more about FSR 72 Long Run Road

Devils Hole Road, or RT 691 Gravel Road, is an adventure weaving through the heart of the George Washington National Forest. Rocky in sections, with winding forest roads, leads to breathtaking mountain overlooks. Surrounded by towering hardwoods and remote wilderness, the trail delivers a perfect mi...
Learn more about Devils Hole Road

Great views along the ridge off to the west. Rating 2 out of 10 is easily manageable with a high clearance 4x4 (examples: Colorado ATX, Trailboss, Rubicon). Some rough terrain, but nothing you can’t manage with a lifted 4x4 jeep or truck. This is a narrow trail that would require coordination to pas...
Learn more about Bother Flagpole Knob Trail

Trail 2104 is a green trail located within the Potomac River Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. The Potomac River is the southernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. Potomac River has a good mix of green and blue, and black trails. It also has a slag pile playground. There are also a...
Learn more about 2104 Green

A dirt road with many beautiful views of the mountains, grassy fields, and wildlife while you climb the mountain on such a beautiful road. This road leads you to the Spruce Knob. On the way up this trail, you will come across many side trails that look like something that could be fun to explore. Th...
Learn more about Spruce Mountain Trail

Devils Hole Road, or RT 691 Gravel Road, is an adventure weaving through the heart of the George Washington National Forest. Rocky in sections, with winding forest roads, leads to breathtaking mountain overlooks. Surrounded by towering hardwoods and remote wilderness, the trail delivers a perfect mi...
Learn more about Devils Hole Road

This route will take you along the side of the mountain with beautiful views of Appalachia. This trail feels like an East Coast shelf road since it is mainly single track with only a few places to pass oncoming vehicles. This road follows the WV-VA border and is only accessible 10/01-01/15.
Learn more about FSR #85-2 Hall Spring Road

Great views along the ridge off to the west. Rating 2 out of 10 is easily manageable with a high clearance 4x4 (examples: Colorado ATX, Trailboss, Rubicon). Some rough terrain, but nothing you can’t manage with a lifted 4x4 jeep or truck. This is a narrow trail that would require coordination to pas...
Learn more about Bother Flagpole Knob Trail

Trail 2104 is a green trail located within the Potomac River Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. The Potomac River is the southernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. Potomac River has a good mix of green and blue, and black trails. It also has a slag pile playground. There are also a...
Learn more about 2104 Green