Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Roseburg North, Oregon

Great viewing points of the N. Umpqua River and the area of Thunder Mountain. There are lots of opportunities for mudding and enjoying a nice day on the mountain. It is a great trail for getting from Lil River Side to Rock Creek side in an SxS or 4Wheeler. Come prepared with food, drink, water, and ...
Learn more about Backroads to Swiftwater to Peel Oregon

This route is a bypass for local residents and employees of Job Corps to avoid fire or road hazards that may arise. It is mostly small tire-friendly. Use caution during the week as it will have moderate log truck traffic in the area and on Little River Road.
Learn more about Peel to Wolf Creek Job Corps Bypass Route

Lookout Mountain road runs through the Umpqua National Forest, it is an easy gravel road with sections that can be gradually steep and curvy. There are some sections of this road that have really cool rock formations and pretty views. There is also a really cool spot at Emile Shelter to stop and enj...
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Lower Emily is an easy, scenic 2.4-mile gravel route in the Umpqua National Forest that provides essential access to the popular Grotto Falls Trailhead, making it perfect for beginners, scenic drivers, and families looking for a classic Pacific Northwest outdoor adventure. Navigating through towerin...
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Panther Ridge is an easy, scenic 4.1-mile off-road drive through Oregon's Umpqua National Forest. Once a gravel road, it is now an overgrown, unpaved trail heavily encroached upon by dense vegetation, where tight brush can cause pinstriping on larger vehicles. The trail climbs gently from 3,636 to 3...
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Panther Creek road runs through the Umpqua National Forest, it is an easy single-car width gravel road with some spots to pull off. There are a couple of sections in the trees that clear out offering a pretty view of the mountains in the distance. There is a hike that gets you to Fairy Shelter Fores...
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Lookout road is a very tight natural surface overgrown road that has sections where you will get deep pinstripes, but the camp spot at the top has a large firepit with a pretty nice view however it is only big enough for two rigs. There was spotty cell phone service at the camp spot.
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Timber Creek is an easy gravel and natural surface road that runs through the Umpqua National Forest. There is access to Mott Trailhead at the beginning/ending of the road, depending on where you started your route. A section of the road has an area that often sees falling rocks and small landslides...
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The route moves between wide-open forest, deeper, darker sections, lush green vegetation, and logged areas. The road surface consists of well-maintained gray-brown dirt and gravel, making for a beautiful drive through the area. The trail ends where a sand berm blocks the road and prevents further tr...
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This short but exciting trail features a steep descent, followed by a steep climb, then drops down again. The route eventually reaches a lower staging area with plenty of room to turn around and a large area that may suit dispersed camping. The staging area also has two targets for target shooting. ...
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This beautifully maintained trail winds through the area with a mix of climbs and descents before connecting to the main Route 3, a large gravel road that provides access to the surrounding trail network. The trail is generally in good condition, but there is a particularly steep downhill section, s...
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This route is a well-maintained forest service road that begins at the bridge in Steamboat Springs and follows 3806 Road to the summit. It is suitable for vehicles of all sizes, including big rigs, and is consistently well-kept, with several large pull-offs and natural water sources along the way. T...
Learn more about Steamboat Springs - Chilcoot

This trail begins as a well-maintained gravel road and is relatively easy to follow through the first section. Conditions change at a major split, where the road to the right leads toward the 320 and includes a steep descent. Continuing on this route, the trail becomes narrower and more rugged, with...
Learn more about FS 3220300

This short but exciting maintained trail follows a mountain ridgeline with steep drop-offs on both sides. The route is generally in good condition, but one section just before the dispersed campsite becomes particularly narrow, with drop-offs on either side. Vegetation along the edges is beginning t...
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Snowbird is an easy gravel road with sections that have steep but gradual inclines. It runs through the Umpqua National Forest. This road is filled with gorgeous spots to enjoy views, yet it is a burned area in sections so be aware there is a chance of falling rocks, trees, and flash floods. Don't l...
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This well-maintained forest road climbs steadily into the mountains, following a winding, mostly single-lane route with occasional pullouts where vehicles can move aside for passing traffic. The road includes numerous switchbacks, sharp curves, and blind corners, so drivers should stay alert for onc...
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Bachelor Butte road runs through the Umpqua National Forest. It is an easy gravel road that can be steep and curvy in sections. This road is not short of views, you will be entertained by the multiple view opportunities on this route of the valleys around you. It is a burned area so be mindful of fa...
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This trail has sections with sheer cliff drop-offs and significant exposure. It is not recommended for anyone uncomfortable with heights, and drivers should use extreme caution near the unprotected edges. This well-maintained gray gravel road climbs steadily from the main road into the mountains, fo...
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This maintained trail winds through the forest with a mix of switchbacks, curves, and winding sections. The route moves between open areas, open forest, and deeper, darker sections of trees, creating a nice variety of scenery. Watch for oncoming traffic, particularly around the many curves and tight...
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This short but beautiful trail leads to two dispersed camping areas. The first branches off to the right and overlooks a scenic ledge with a great viewpoint. The second continues to an open area, where elk were heard bugling during the visit. Gunshots were also heard shortly afterward, indicating th...
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Great viewing points of the N. Umpqua River and the area of Thunder Mountain. There are lots of opportunities for mudding and enjoying a nice day on the mountain. It is a great trail for getting from Lil River Side to Rock Creek side in an SxS or 4Wheeler. Come prepared with food, drink, water, and ...
Learn more about Backroads to Swiftwater to Peel Oregon

This route is a bypass for local residents and employees of Job Corps to avoid fire or road hazards that may arise. It is mostly small tire-friendly. Use caution during the week as it will have moderate log truck traffic in the area and on Little River Road.
Learn more about Peel to Wolf Creek Job Corps Bypass Route

Lookout Mountain road runs through the Umpqua National Forest, it is an easy gravel road with sections that can be gradually steep and curvy. There are some sections of this road that have really cool rock formations and pretty views. There is also a really cool spot at Emile Shelter to stop and enj...
Learn more about Lookout Mountain

Lower Emily is an easy, scenic 2.4-mile gravel route in the Umpqua National Forest that provides essential access to the popular Grotto Falls Trailhead, making it perfect for beginners, scenic drivers, and families looking for a classic Pacific Northwest outdoor adventure. Navigating through towerin...
Learn more about Lower Emily

Great viewing points of the N. Umpqua River and the area of Thunder Mountain. There are lots of opportunities for mudding and enjoying a nice day on the mountain. It is a great trail for getting from Lil River Side to Rock Creek side in an SxS or 4Wheeler. Come prepared with food, drink, water, and ...
Learn more about Backroads to Swiftwater to Peel Oregon

This route is a bypass for local residents and employees of Job Corps to avoid fire or road hazards that may arise. It is mostly small tire-friendly. Use caution during the week as it will have moderate log truck traffic in the area and on Little River Road.
Learn more about Peel to Wolf Creek Job Corps Bypass Route

Lookout Mountain road runs through the Umpqua National Forest, it is an easy gravel road with sections that can be gradually steep and curvy. There are some sections of this road that have really cool rock formations and pretty views. There is also a really cool spot at Emile Shelter to stop and enj...
Learn more about Lookout Mountain

Lower Emily is an easy, scenic 2.4-mile gravel route in the Umpqua National Forest that provides essential access to the popular Grotto Falls Trailhead, making it perfect for beginners, scenic drivers, and families looking for a classic Pacific Northwest outdoor adventure. Navigating through towerin...
Learn more about Lower Emily