Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Silver Lake, Oregon

Taking the route less traveled is always best. This is the case on the way to Hole-In-The-Ground as well. There will be many rocks, bumps, and tight turns, but nothing a standard 4-wheel drive can't…
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This trail is rocky and narrow but not too difficult. It's a very scenic area with large rock outcroppings and a lot of junipers and sage brush. Roads are not traveled much, and when there…
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Flat Top road runs through the Deschutes National Forest, it is an easy dirt and gravel mixed road, some sections will become muddy when wet, so be mindful of that when driving this road during…
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This trail is a mixture of sage brush, Juniper trees and rock outcroppings. The road is rocky and rutted in spots. It's a slow go through some of it. The trail took us by many…
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Katati Road number 2424 is an easy gravel road however there are huge potholes some are the size of a small car. If you are not careful this can cause vehicle damage, so please drive…
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Situated in Lake County, a brief detour from Christmas Valley Highway brings you to the site of Crack in the Ground, a well-maintained destination site with plenty of parking and a pit toilet. The road,…
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Stage Station Road #2400 is an easy gravel road with some washboarding and a couple of small potholes. The road goes from Highway 31 to Developed Road 22 and drives through the Deschutes National Forest.…
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Crater Buttes Road Number 2227 is an easy gravel road that drives through the Deschutes National Forest, it also is part of the East Fork Rock OHV trail system so it can get busy with…
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Green BU Road #2222 is an easy gravel road that is smooth and flat, however, some sections have washboards on them. The road runs through the Deschutes National Forest and is inside the East Fork…
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Spencer Wells Road is an easy gravel road with sections that turn into dirt. In the wet weather, the road can become muddy--by the looks of it, a very slippery mess. Other than that, this…
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Headed north off the Christmas Valley Highway to explore. The road goes through some very deep and muddy puddles, through sagebrush, and eventually the East border of the Christmas Valley Sand Dunes. There are many…
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Trail 86 is a two-mile easy ATV route through dry ponderosa pine forest and an old burn area. The trail features numerous whoops and is very curvy, providing an engaging ride without significant obstacles. While…
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Jones Well Road #2121 is an easy road with some sections having washboards, there is one small spot that is becoming rutted from a small stream that runs through it during the wet seasons. The…
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Trail 55 is a one-mile route with a seasonal closure from June 1 to October 1. It features a semi-steep climb from south to north, leading to the East Butte fire lookout tower. The trail…
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Trail 70 is a curving dirt track that winds tightly through a forest of mature ponderosa and younger pine trees. The route features consistent whoops and occasional small loose and embedded rocks, including layered rock…
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This segment of Trail 50 is a longer 4.6-mile section that connects Chelsey's Challenge to Trail 60. This portion weaves tightly between ponderosa pines, featuring gentle whoops and banked corners throughout, with lots of curves.…
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Trail 77 is a 2.5-mile route with a gradual grade that begins on the west end in a burn area, where riders should be alert for potential hazards like downed trees. The trail features an…
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Trail 80 is a 1-mile route that goes through a burn area, where riders should watch for unexpected hazards such as downed logs. The trail winds between scorched trees with smooth dirt and a pea…
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Trail 70 is a fast and flowy route weaving through a ponderosa forest with trees closely lining the trail. It features huge whoops, banked corners, berms, tight turns, and small hills. The surface is mostly…
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Trail 66 is a 1.1-mile easy connector between Trails 60 and 70, featuring a gradual grade and a whooped-out surface of pea gravel and dirt. It winds through a forest of ponderosa pines, with both…
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Trail 83 is an easy route that winds tightly through dry forested terrain with sagebrush and mature ponderosa pine. The trail features large whoops and closely spaced trees, creating a narrow, shaded path. Minor elevation…
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Trail starts very tame, just a narrower dirt road. About a mile in, the whoops start and will continue for the rest of the trail. Once the whoops start, you'll also have some large berms…
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This is a 2.5-mile portion of Trail 74 that connects Trail 70 to Chelsey's Challenge. It's an easy two-track route that curves through forested terrain. The trail features consistent whoops, banked corners, and berms, giving…
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Trail 48 is a 2.5-mile easy route that runs wide and flat through a forest of young trees. It features long, straight sections with big whoops and good visibility, making it a fast and accessible…
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Pipeline Road #2215 runs through the Deschutes National Forest, it is an easy gravel road with some sections being a little washboard, other than that this road is very smooth and flat. The road offers…
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Trail 82 is a short 0.8-mile spur connecting Trails 81 and 47. It winds through tight forest with trees closely lining the path and features big whoops, sagebrush, and banked corners. The route includes small…
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This segment of Trail 50 stretches 2.7 miles, weaving through open forest of ponderosa pines and sagebrush. The route features sandy dirt, gentle whoops, and small hills, with minimal rocks present, making it an easy…
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Trail 63 is a 3.5-mile route characterized by sagebrush and ponderosa pine terrain with frequent whoops. The trail is generally easy and flat, with gradual small hills adding mild elevation changes. It passes through several…
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This .8 mile long portion of Trail 64 connects Chelsey's Challenge to Trail 60. It's an easy, fast-moving route with banked corners and consistent big whoops throughout. The trail curves through open sagebrush fields and…
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Trail 31 is a 1.5-mile route that gradually descends from west to east, offering a fun, fast, and flowy ride ideal for newer riders. The trail features curvy lines with banked corners and transitions from…
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