Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Roche Harbor, Washington

Trail 230 is one of several short motorcycle trails in the Whistle Lake Area. It's a wide dirt path with a few embedded rock surfaces, embedded boulders, and big roots, but it is overall a very easy trail. It goes between tall skinny red alder trees, sword ferns, and thick cedar trees in a really sc...
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At nearly 1,300 feet in elevation, this lake offers a peaceful retreat with amenities like a sturdy dock for launching paddle boards or fishing. Its relatively warm waters invite refreshing summer swims. The spacious site easily accommodates several vehicles, making it an excellent destination for b...
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Blanchard Mountain is a 3.8-mile out-and-back trail ending at Salish Overlook. The road surface is well-maintained and passable by any vehicle. Some potholes and washboarding will slow down cars and trucks. This is a popular trail with lots of blind corners and small hillcrests, so make sure to stay...
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This trail follows a network of Forest Service roads, gradually transitioning from lower-elevation gravel corridors into steeper, narrower climbs. Expect long ascents with rutted sections, seasonal snow, and icy patches lingering well into spring. As you gain elevation toward 2,800 feet, dense everg...
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Follow the Forest Service road to a hidden local favorite pond. The origins of its name remain a mystery, adding to its quiet charm. The pond features an old, weathered wooden dock, perfect for launching a paddle board or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful forest and mountain surroundings.
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Once a secret playground for local buggy drivers, this trail still carries a hint of its rugged past. It climbs steadily to over 2,200 feet, rewarding you with a panoramic overlook of Cowichan River Provincial Park. The first half serves up narrow, partly washed-out single tracks that twist and dip ...
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Walking Horse Trail is a 1.9-mile out-and-back trail in the Foothills ORV system that follows a single-lane gravel road legally restricted to dirt bikes and ATVs. The route climbs the hillside using numerous tight switchbacks while offering excellent views of the surrounding landscape. The road surf...
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Water World is a 1.1-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. As the name suggests, the wooded section of the trail tends to become wet and muddy after periods of rain. The route is otherwise fast and flowing, with numerous bermed turns that allow riders to sett...
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I-5 is a 0.7-mile point-to-point ATV and dirt bike trail that climbs steadily through the Foothills ORV system to a scenic viewpoint overlooking the surrounding hills. The trail offers a fast, flowing ride with numerous tight, bermed corners that encourage a smooth rhythm. Riders will encounter a fe...
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Freefall is a 0.8-mile point-to-point trail in the Foothills ORV system that traverses the hillside through a mix of exposed terrain and forest. The route features several sidehill sections with good views, along with a short but steep climb that adds a bit of excitement. While relatively short, the...
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West Phantom Bear is a 0.53-mile point-to-point 50-inch-and-under trail in the Foothills ORV system that delivers a fast, flowing ride with numerous wide berms that encourage maintaining momentum through the corners. The trail traverses a mix of forest and exposed hillside, with scattered rock outcr...
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Firnobyl is a 1.3-mile one-way dirt bike-only singletrack trail in the Foothills ORV system that descends the hillside through a series of tight, winding switchbacks. The trail is narrow and well-defined with no significant obstacles, making it an enjoyable descent that emphasizes cornering and bike...
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East Bench is a 0.9-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail is fast and flowing, allowing riders to settle into a smooth rhythm through a series of sweeping turns and bermed chicanes. Several off-camber corners add variety and require riders to pay at...
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Pa-H-1000 is a 3.8-mile point-to-point trail in the Foothills ORV system that follows a single-lane gravel road connecting several trails throughout the network. Although it is physically a gravel road, the route is gated at its entrance and is only accessible to ATVs and dirt bikes via the surround...
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Upper Off Ramp is a 0.53-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail begins with a few sections of moderate exposure before climbing into a fast, flowing upper section with numerous bermed turns. Riders will encounter scattered loose, marbly rock that can...
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Little River Road is a 2.7-mile point-to-point two-lane road managed by the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The route is mostly smooth and paved, providing access to the Foothills ORV Park, several primitive shooting ranges, and other recreational opportunities. Drivers will encoun...
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East Sunny Side is a 1.2-mile point-to-point ATV and dirt bike trail that winds along the hillside through a mix of open terrain and shaded forest. The trail features sweeping banked turns as it traverses the slope before entering a darker section of dense woods. Riders will follow a narrow, winding...
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Middle Off Ramp is a 1.0-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail winds through the hillside with numerous tight, off-camber switchbacks that keep riders working from start to finish. Several dips, embedded rock sections, and loose rock that collects i...
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Scaler is a 1.6-mile point-to-point 50-inch-and-under trail in the Foothills ORV system that climbs through a recently logged clearcut before entering a more densely wooded section. The trail is fast and flowing, featuring numerous bermed turns that make for an enjoyable ride. Riders will encounter ...
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Lower Off Ramp is a 0.8-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail is fast and flowing, featuring long sweeping sections through clear-cut with only a few tighter, bermed switchbacks on the eastern end. A stretch of loose rock through the middle of the t...
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At nearly 1,300 feet in elevation, this lake offers a peaceful retreat with amenities like a sturdy dock for launching paddle boards or fishing. Its relatively warm waters invite refreshing summer swims. The spacious site easily accommodates several vehicles, making it an excellent destination for b...
Learn more about Wild Dear Lake

This trail follows a network of Forest Service roads, gradually transitioning from lower-elevation gravel corridors into steeper, narrower climbs. Expect long ascents with rutted sections, seasonal snow, and icy patches lingering well into spring. As you gain elevation toward 2,800 feet, dense everg...
Learn more about Holly Oak Lake

Follow the Forest Service road to a hidden local favorite pond. The origins of its name remain a mystery, adding to its quiet charm. The pond features an old, weathered wooden dock, perfect for launching a paddle board or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful forest and mountain surroundings.
Learn more about Pet's Pond

Once a secret playground for local buggy drivers, this trail still carries a hint of its rugged past. It climbs steadily to over 2,200 feet, rewarding you with a panoramic overlook of Cowichan River Provincial Park. The first half serves up narrow, partly washed-out single tracks that twist and dip ...
Learn more about ArmDong

At nearly 1,300 feet in elevation, this lake offers a peaceful retreat with amenities like a sturdy dock for launching paddle boards or fishing. Its relatively warm waters invite refreshing summer swims. The spacious site easily accommodates several vehicles, making it an excellent destination for b...
Learn more about Wild Dear Lake

This trail follows a network of Forest Service roads, gradually transitioning from lower-elevation gravel corridors into steeper, narrower climbs. Expect long ascents with rutted sections, seasonal snow, and icy patches lingering well into spring. As you gain elevation toward 2,800 feet, dense everg...
Learn more about Holly Oak Lake

Follow the Forest Service road to a hidden local favorite pond. The origins of its name remain a mystery, adding to its quiet charm. The pond features an old, weathered wooden dock, perfect for launching a paddle board or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful forest and mountain surroundings.
Learn more about Pet's Pond

Once a secret playground for local buggy drivers, this trail still carries a hint of its rugged past. It climbs steadily to over 2,200 feet, rewarding you with a panoramic overlook of Cowichan River Provincial Park. The first half serves up narrow, partly washed-out single tracks that twist and dip ...
Learn more about ArmDong