Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Surry, New Hampshire

This Class 6 road can be accessed from the north on Brimstone Corner Road (paved section), from the southeast on Old Antrim Road (Class 6), or from the southwest on Weston Road (Class 6). This fairly easy route and is a Class 6 winding road through NH's old-growth forest. The trail is a dirt road wi...
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A smooth, easy-going track with several pull-offs for photos and wildlife viewing. The road is well maintained by the Forest Service and sees more traffic than most in the area due to the campground at its termination point. Improvements to the campground began in 2025 and are ongoing into 2026, and...
Learn more about Grout Pond Road

Discover this hidden out-and-back trail, formerly a historic town highway. The route offers a unique journey through forest ruins and remnants of old stone walls, characterized by a distinct two-track path with tall grass in the center. The trail features a solid, stable base, which is also enjoyed ...
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Danby (FS 10) is a straightforward forest road best suited for casual offroaders and overlanders looking for a quiet drive through the Green Mountain National Forest with minimal technical challenge. Running between Danby-Landgrove Road and Little Michigan trailheads along the edges of the Peru Peak...
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Mad Tom Notch Road or Forest Road 21 in the Green Mountain National Forest is a well-maintained out-and-back trail that provides access to several hiking paths along with scenic overlooks. The trail is wide and relatively smooth. Cell service is unreliable along this trail, so be sure to download an...
Learn more about Mad Tom Notch Road

Also known as Forest Road 83, this track follows the Deerfield River as it winds through scenic wetlands before gradually transitioning into a dense conifer forest. The setting changes noticeably along the route, offering a mix of open, marshy views and shaded sections beneath the trees. The trail b...
Learn more about Flood Dam Trail

Also known as Forest Road 86, this short but important trail provides access to several campsites, some of which are drier than others in the area. It’s a narrow, out-and-back two-track that terminates at a boulder wall, where a clearly visible trail continues on foot or by mountain bike to its end.
Learn more about Smith Woods Trail

Somerset Trail (Forest Road 71) is a well-maintained, relatively smooth gravel road offering the same access and scenery as other routes in the area. Multiple pull-offs and campsites can be found along its length. Expect a moderate amount of vehicle traffic, and be aware of pedestrians and cyclists,...
Learn more about Somerset Trail

Tabor Brook Trail, also known as Forest Service Road 279, is a primitive gravel out-and-back two-track route. The trail features tight sections and several scenic primitive campsites as it winds alongside Mount Tabor Brook. This USFS road ultimately terminates at the entrance of an unmaintained Clas...
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Staples Brook Trail, also known as Forest Service Road 58, is a true mountain two-track trail. Running along the border of the Peru Peak Wilderness, this route crosses mountain streams at two different locations. Multiple primitive roadside campsites are scattered along the length of the trail, maki...
Learn more about Staples Brook Road

A short Class VI road with plenty of small ledges, some mild off-camber washouts, and great forest scenery. This road is not often traveled, so expect some pin striping and small trees across the road. There is a bit of a gatekeeper on the east end (from Route 12-A), which is a fairly tall water ba...
Learn more about Peterson Road

This route follows a smooth gravel path winding alongside the scenic Darby Brook. Bordering the Arthur Davis Wildlife Management Area, it offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing before ending at a closed gate that leads into a parcel of the Coolidge State Forest. The road is well-maintai...
Learn more about Brown Schoolhouse Road

This scenic Class 4 road offers a well-balanced mix of terrain and serves as an alternate route within Section 4 of the North East Backcountry Discovery Route (NEBDR). While not overly demanding, it’s far more engaging than a typical dirt road, with standing water, muddy stretches, and moderate rock...
Learn more about Colby Pond Trail

Hutchinson Hill is a class 6 road consisting of dirt, gravel, and some areas of large boulders. Both ends of the road consist mostly of flat areas of dirt and gravel with a hill section in the center. The hill section consists of large rocks, some sticking up as much as 12 to 16 inches, and will req...
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A short but rewarding Class VI road. This road offers a rocky section that includes a brook crossing with stunning forest views. The ferns and tree moss in this area blossom in June, making this road a worthwhile trip. Some sections may be starting to become overgrown. This road terminates in a resi...
Learn more about Plummer Road

Vermont Class 4 Road: This up-and-back road is a quick, unchallenging trail to an amazing view of Prospect Rock. The trail ends at a gate shortly after it is joined by the Appalachian Trail. If you hit the gate, you already drove by the lookout. Once the AT enters the road from the left, there is a ...
Learn more about Old Rootville Road

This technical trail transitions from a run-of-the-mill 2-track into a rugged Class 4 road/ATV trail featuring mud, tight passages, large rocks, washed-out culverts, and uneven ruts. Recommended only for experienced operators with well-equipped, high-clearance vehicles. Expect a slow, methodical pac...
Learn more about Kittridge Pasture Road

This is a well-maintained gravel road flanked by forests and dispersed campsites on either side. There is a gate at the entrance which is closed from December 15th to May 1st. Camping is allowed at the dispersed campsites which include space for 1-2 cars and a fire ring but no bathrooms. There are n...
Learn more about US FSR 74

This trail features loose-packed dirt with protruding stones and narrow, muddy two-tracks containing some shallow mud holes. From the southern end heading north, the surface transitions into rugged, rocky washouts. Traction varies significantly throughout the route, and post-rain conditions increase...
Learn more about Long Hill Road

Old Job Road, also known as Forest Service Road 30, is an easy two-track path that winds through dense forests, scenic beaver swamps, and bogs. Accessible to most vehicles, the route features primitive campsites, backcountry bridges, and several intersecting hiking trails. Expect a tranquil experien...
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This Class 6 road can be accessed from the north on Brimstone Corner Road (paved section), from the southeast on Old Antrim Road (Class 6), or from the southwest on Weston Road (Class 6). This fairly easy route and is a Class 6 winding road through NH's old-growth forest. The trail is a dirt road wi...
Learn more about Brimstone Corner Road

This route follows a smooth gravel path winding alongside the scenic Darby Brook. Bordering the Arthur Davis Wildlife Management Area, it offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing before ending at a closed gate that leads into a parcel of the Coolidge State Forest. The road is well-maintai...
Learn more about Brown Schoolhouse Road

Vermont Class 4 Road: This up-and-back road is a quick, unchallenging trail to an amazing view of Prospect Rock. The trail ends at a gate shortly after it is joined by the Appalachian Trail. If you hit the gate, you already drove by the lookout. Once the AT enters the road from the left, there is a ...
Learn more about Old Rootville Road

This technical trail transitions from a run-of-the-mill 2-track into a rugged Class 4 road/ATV trail featuring mud, tight passages, large rocks, washed-out culverts, and uneven ruts. Recommended only for experienced operators with well-equipped, high-clearance vehicles. Expect a slow, methodical pac...
Learn more about Kittridge Pasture Road

This Class 6 road can be accessed from the north on Brimstone Corner Road (paved section), from the southeast on Old Antrim Road (Class 6), or from the southwest on Weston Road (Class 6). This fairly easy route and is a Class 6 winding road through NH's old-growth forest. The trail is a dirt road wi...
Learn more about Brimstone Corner Road

This route follows a smooth gravel path winding alongside the scenic Darby Brook. Bordering the Arthur Davis Wildlife Management Area, it offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing before ending at a closed gate that leads into a parcel of the Coolidge State Forest. The road is well-maintai...
Learn more about Brown Schoolhouse Road

This scenic Class 4 road offers a well-balanced mix of terrain and serves as an alternate route within Section 4 of the North East Backcountry Discovery Route (NEBDR). While not overly demanding, it’s far more engaging than a typical dirt road, with standing water, muddy stretches, and moderate rock...
Learn more about Colby Pond Trail

Vermont Class 4 Road: This up-and-back road is a quick, unchallenging trail to an amazing view of Prospect Rock. The trail ends at a gate shortly after it is joined by the Appalachian Trail. If you hit the gate, you already drove by the lookout. Once the AT enters the road from the left, there is a ...
Learn more about Old Rootville Road