Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Rand, West Virginia

Mild dirt terrain, gravel mix with some mud, but the holes are small. It may become slick if wet, partial clay. You will find county road access, with most of the route being public county…
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IB 15 is a short, half-mile access corridor starting at the intersection with IB 39 near the train tracks at the Little Coal River Fishing and Boating Access, and ending at the start of IB…
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IB 13 is a 2.2-mile easy access route through the Ivy Branch system, connecting the start of IB 10 on the west end to IB 18 on the north end, with access to Ivy Branch…
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IB 18 is a 3.1-mile trail running along the north side of the Ivy Branch system. It begins with a shallow, loose rocky stream crossing at the east entrance and follows a mostly smooth path…
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IB 66 is a 0.7-mile trail that is mostly easy, with a generally smooth surface and minor ruts and loose rock. It features a slightly steeper grade in the middle, a few sharper turns, a…
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IB 51 is a short, 300-yard spur connecting IB 49 to IB 52. This one-lane-wide trail is generally easy but includes sizable mud puddles and shallow to moderate ruts, especially during springtime or after heavy…
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IB 20 is a 1-mile trail that is generally smooth and decently wide, with waterbars, mud puddles, and minor loose rock and ruts. It includes some steeper climbing sections with uneven ground and a few…
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IB 53 is an easier one-lane width trail stretching 0.8 miles with a smooth surface and gradual turns. While mostly free of roots and larger rocks, drivers should expect occasional puddles, short steep hills, and…
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This 3.7-mile trail serves as a primary access route from the Ivy Branch parking lot. It is very wide and generally smooth, with only minor ruts and some sections of loose rock. A paved portion…
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IB 12 is a 2-mile easy route along the western edge of the Ivy Branch trail system. It's a wide, smooth trail with shallow ruts, occasional mud puddles, and good visibility for oncoming traffic. Loose…
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This is a gravel road along The Gauley River National Rec Area. It has access to Gauley river, and multiple hiking trails including the stairway to heaven, multiple water crossings and beautiful waterfalls. This is…
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This trail was developed from old railroad tracks, making it perfect for various activities. There are plenty of primitive camping sites along the river. There are two old railroad tunnels and multiple railroad bridges you…
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This 4.3-mile trail is a long, easy route that winds constantly through the forest. It passes scenic rock outcroppings and mossy rock walls, with a lush canopy overhead. The trail is full of mud puddles…
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B44 is a 1.5-mile route that begins at the north end of the Bearwallow parking lot and serves as a key entry trail into the system. The route starts with a semi-steep climb up a…
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B47 is an easy 0.8-mile connector that winds through dense, lush Appalachian forest. The path is mostly manageable for drivers with basic off-road experience, though it includes loose rocks, shallow mud puddles, and some low-hanging…
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This 2.7-mile-long easy access corridor leaves from the north end of the Bearwallow parking lot and offers a smooth, gradual route into the trail system. The path is mostly flat with gentle corners and shallow…
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B14 is a 2.5-mile easy access trail that begins at the Bearwallow parking lot and climbs gradually up the mountainside. It features a mix of narrow and wide sections along a shelfy path, with shallow…
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This moderately easy 1.6-mile route starts near the staging area, and is a good start to your day trip with a bit more technical features. It features a mix of semi-steep grades and gradual climbs…
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This 1-mile connector trail between 19 and 12 is an easy shelf path with a smooth surface and only minor rocks in a few spots. It's very gradual throughout and presents no technical challenges. The…
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B21 in the Bearwallow trail system is a half-mile connector between trails 19 and 22, and follows a shelf path with a few gradual switchbacks. While generally easy, there are sections with more ruts and…
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This 2.4-mile long trail is an easy route that takes you from the intersection with 15 (near the town of Logan), deeper into the trail system. It features more pronounced ruts in spots with loose…
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Trail B20 is a 3.3-mile easy access corridor located along the southern edge of the trail system. It winds gradually through lush woods with consistent curves and moderate elevation change. The route features waterbars, shallow…
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Enjoy a scenic drive over Beury Mountain. You will have a beautiful view of The New River along with exposed rock faces as you go up the mountain out of Thurmond. As you crest the…
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B15 starts in the town of Logan at the end of Cole Street, offering easy access to fuel, food, and lodging. It is an easy access corridor that parallels a ravine, then climbs up the…
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3 Green should be 3 Mud because once the rains start, the green turns to mud. This windy uneven trail has various small to medium-sized rocks scattered throughout and there will be very slight up-and-down…
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19 Green is an easier graded trail that shortcuts Trail 3. It is a nice graded road that was used to bring in equipment and supplies for one of the wells on top of the…
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5 Green is a single-vehicle-wide trail with uneven terrain that has some areas with deep ruts and slight up-and-down hills. Be on the lookout for the water crossings as they can get a little on…
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6 Green is a good addition to your Burning Rock Adventure. This single-vehicle width dirt trail takes you through the woods on very tame type of terrain. There are shallow mud puddles and shallow water…
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3B Green is not the most exciting of trails but is a good trail break after riding on 3B Green's connector trails. This uneven dirt trail can become Jekyll and Hyde if rain is in…
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31 Green will take you through the woods where you will encounter a tighter trail with ruts, slightly off-camber areas, small rocks, and a few shallow water and or mud obstacles. If rain or snow…
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