Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Sparks, Nevada

The trail starts at a cattle guard after you leave the staging area. The first few miles are soft sand with little to no obstruction. The area to the north side of the trail is…
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Enjoy this South Reno access road into the foothills, then follow it all the way to the Glyphs via the Lockwood Trail. The route is rocky throughout, so plan on slow going. Keep an eye…
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Griffith Canyon is an approximately 2 mile out-and-back hike north of Reno that leads to several galleries of petroglyphs. While several trails in the area lead to petroglyphs, the Griffith Canyon trail is the easiest…
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This is an easy, high-speed trail for most of the distance but includes a few moderate hill climbs along the way. Hard-packed roads with some larger, avoidable rocks here and there. Expect heavy foot and…
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Access Golden Fleece Mine Road from Headliner Trail at the top of Peavine, the main Peavine Access Road, Horizon Hills Staging Area, or Raleigh Heights Staging Area. No matter which route you take, this trail…
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Tucked in the South-West corner of Reno, Blue Truck Fork is a great way to get out of the city and escape to some nearby nature. This trail offers some great sights of the surrounding…
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Spectacular views of Reno abound from high above on this trail that traverses historic Peavine Mountain. In stark contrast to the urban hustle and bustle of Reno, Peavine showcases the desolate beauty of the harsh…
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Travel through Red Rock Canyon, running along the border of California and cutting back over to Antelope Valley using a popular off-road connector. Blaze across Antelope Valley and visit the Moon Rocks area, or continue…
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As you begin from Verdi, the paved road is great, then you begin the uphill, which is a very hard-packed 1.5 1.5-wide road with some small, sharp, pointed rocks. As you get closer to the…
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Looking to explore the stunning landscapes of Dog Valley while taking a more adventurous and less-traveled route? This scenic drive is perfect for those who enjoy a bit more challenge and want to avoid the…
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The route starts at the end of Virginia Street, crossing some railroad tracks and turning into a graded dirt road. There are some washboard sections, and during early spring, it is quite muddy. Of course,…
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This loop trail offers wide panoramas of endless mountain forests and picturesque views of multiple reservoirs all along an easily traversed dirt road. An exciting surprise awaits at the midway point of the trail--the Crystal…
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The historic Pony Express Trail is one of the few domestic overland routes accessible to the public. This route follows, as closely as possible, the original trail ridden over 160 years ago on horseback. Make…
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This road begins at Dayton, Nevada, and gradually rises in elevation from 4367' to 7128' into the Pine Nut Mountains and is located on mostly BLM lands. The trail starts off over a flat alluvial…
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This route takes you from the outskirts of Dayton, Nevada to Clifton Flats. The trail head starts at the unlocked wild horse protection gate. Make sure to properly close and latch the gate. The trail…
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From Reno, take Pyramid Highway north for about 17 miles and turn left onto Winnemucca Ranch Road. Follow Winnemucca Ranch Road to a large parking/staging area to your left (Moon Rocks Recreation Area). This parking…
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Brunswick Canyon Road is fairly easy;85% of the trail is single vehicle wide with tight switchbacks. Mostly packed gravel trail with areas of loose rocks and a couple of water crossings. The Northern end of…
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Begin either from Boca Campground or off Highway 89 / 886--either way, this flat route is just the start of what's out there to explore. Following well-maintained Forest Service roads, it's a quick, easy side…
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From Highway 89 near the Sagehen Creek Trailhead, this easy route leads to Stampede Reservoir, with options to continue to Dog Valley, Boca Reservoir, or down to Crystal Peak Mine. The trail starts wide enough…
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Boca Hill Trail is a 2.5 mile trail. The trail passes the peak of Boca Hill, a great place to stop and get some pictures from above I-80 with many peaks in the background. The…
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"East Summit Loop" starts from the main staging area and heads east, skirting the edge of "Off The Trailer." The trail heads up to the "Cable Road" and follows it through the whooped section to…
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"West Summit Loop" starts off heading southeast from the main staging area. The trail takes you past "Headlight" and up to the "Cable Road," where it overlaps to the South for a bit, then turns…
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Old Reno Road offers a scenic and easy off-road experience, particularly during the summer months. Starting from Road 886 near Highway 89, this trail transitions into Boca Springs Road, connecting to an extensive network of…
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This trail heads up from one of the vista points on the south side and shortcuts the "East Summit Loop" trail to get you up to the Prison Hill summit a bit quicker. The trail…
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"Easy Rider Trail" starts off heading up from "Cable Road" onto a sandy trail. This is a great access point to watch the action on the harder trails. "Double Waterfall" ends in "Easy Rider Trail"…
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Named for the remnants of old cable wire scattered along its path and its original purpose, the Cable Road is a fun and fast-paced off-road trail within the Prison Hill OHV Area. Starting just off…
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D5 starts off pretty soft and sandy as it heads up the hill. There are a few different routes for D5, and they all have signs telling you that you are on the trail. The…
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"Off The Trailer" is a 22-acre open play area right next to the main staging area. This is a place to test your rig and skills in an open riding zone where you are not…
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The "Sand Training Area" is an open riding zone where you can explore without the restrictions of a trail. The area changes from time to time, but there are some whoops to ride and some…
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This track is set up with the beginner in mind. The outside loop is the easier path with gentle turns and a smooth surface. The inside loop, however, makes things a bit trickier. There are…
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