Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Riddleville, Georgia

The trail begins as gravel but quickly transitions to a dirt path with grass in the center. Located in a Wildlife Management Area used for hunting, it's best to visit on Sundays when hunting is…
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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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Most of this trail is a single lane with several muddy patches and occasional ruts that require careful navigation. A four-wheel-drive vehicle is essential unless it hasn't rained for weeks. Expect multiple mud holes, the…
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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 short trail takes you down to the South Carolina Side of the Savannah River. You will pass some very swampy areas on both sides of the road. If you stop looking at the wildlife,…
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This trail consists of two well-maintained dirt roads that cross the southern portion of the Sumter National Forest. Muddy conditions can be expected during the rainy season with possible down trees. The roads seem to…
Learn more about Hopewell Church - Lost wilderness traverse (661/669B)

This short route is a well-maintained service road that follows a large-scale mountain bike trail system. The offshoot towards the end (662D) leads to a popular fishing spot on the Savannah River. Any vehicle should…
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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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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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Landing Road takes you back through the flood basin of the Savannah River. This sandy road is a down and back that is well maintained and two lanes wide. You will see the swamps with…
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This beautiful, short trail offers scenic views along its path. It follows a well-maintained forest road, wide enough to allow two full-sized 4x4 vehicles to pass comfortably. Although it doesn't provide an off-road challenge, the…
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This route is a dirt road with a split, both leading to the Savannah River and are frequented by fishing enthusiasts. A high-clearance vehicle is required on this drive due to some washed-out areas and…
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This short trail within the Savannah River Water District offers several opportunities to explore the old river basin. While out on the trail, you will pass the Audubon Sanctuary and see the ruins of an…
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This short route travels through a portion of the Sumter National Forest. The road is a well-maintained service road that provides beautiful scenery and is accessible with minimal vehicle clearance. Logging may be encountered throughout…
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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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This short dirt road within the Sumter National Forest provides several opportunities to explore routes less traveled. Throughout the road, you will encounter little to no obstacles along the main route. The end of the…
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Stevens Creed Road (632) traverses a portion of the Sumter National Forest, leading to the Modoc Hiking Trailhead. The majority of the road is well maintained however, rutty road conditions may be encountered throughout with…
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Central Georgia woods in country farm land trail that is very scenic with vegetation and animals. This trail follows along the Altamaha River that the World Famous Survivor Man Show couldn't complete. Watch to see…
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Dry Branch (673) and Garret B (635B) are well-maintained service roads within the Sumter National Forest. Both roads offer a scenic driving experience for any vehicle under most conditions. Throughout the route, muddy conditions can…
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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 straightforward gravel trail winds through the heart of the Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge, offering travelers a chance to experience the landscape in its natural state. The route showcases the region's characteristic terrain, consisting mainly…
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Hitchiti is a well-maintained gravel trail. There's a bridge over scenic Falling Creek just after you pass through the gate. The trail then winds through an experimental demonstration area, mostly pines, where the US Forest…
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This route follows Prescott Road, taking a left onto Horn Creek Road (638). Throughout this road, travelers will encounter well-maintained roads with minimal to no obstacles. At the end of Horn Creek Road, there is…
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This scenic 9-mile trail winds through a diverse mix of terrain--ranging from sun-dappled pine ridges and shaded hardwood bottoms to gravel roads and shallow creek fords. It's an off-road adventurer's dream, offering peaceful solitude, abundant…
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Lick Ford Road is a maintained road that leads to Forestry Road 681A. This road is well maintained with minimal obstacles. Some rutty portions do exist, with some holes that can create mud. The end…
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Price Road (Forest Service Road 615) is an easy 4.5-mile dirt road between Price's Mill Road and Deerfield Road. This road cuts through the Sumter National Forest, and minimal obstacles are likely to be encountered.…
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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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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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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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