Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Weldon, California

Starting at the PCT trail crossing parking lot, this sandy shelf road overlooks the valley below, creating elevated vantage points. Stunning wildflowers emerge in spring, transforming the landscape with color. Switchbacks guide descent into the…
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Cannell FS24S12 is a 10 mile out and back that winds through young and mature pine trees within Sequoia National Forest, climbing over 900 feet and dropping over 550 feet across just over 6 miles…
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A long scenic route crosses the sprawling high desert from Jawbone OHV Area, climbs above 8,000 feet across the Piute Mountain Range inside Sequoia National Forest, and then descends quickly to Lake Isabella. There are…
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The North Rattlesnake Loop serves as a cut-off connector linking two sides of trail Taylor FS24S13, cutting through lots of sagebrush and large pine trees within Sequoia National Forest. The trail is fairly smooth throughout…
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Church FS24S32 winds through sagebrush and varying sized pine trees within Sequoia National Forest, running partially along a shelf road before ending at Taylor Meadow. Pine needles and pine cones scattered across the surface give…
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This section of Old State Road is a classic, flowy dirt road that's perfect for taking in the scenery. It follows a nice rhythm with gentle curves and wide-open stretches that offer great views of…
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This is a fun loop that starts off with SC39 and SC47. It begins with long downhill sections of s-turns and the trail is several feet below the main desert floor with Yuccas on both…
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Climbing over a thousand feet in just under 3 miles along a shelf road, this route delivers dramatic and stunning views of valleys below from elevated vantage points. Spring transforms the landscape with amazing blooming…
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Dropping over 700 feet in under 2 miles, this one vehicle wide route combines mostly sand and gravel while descending rapidly. Lined with sagebrush, large groups of Joshua trees, and seasonal blooming wildflowers, creating a…
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Sawmill Road is the primary west-to-east corridor in this section of the Sequoia National Forest, departing from Rancheria Road North and climbing over 2,300 feet in just over 7.5 miles. The trail runs along a…
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To get to this trail, you will first need to come down Black Gulch Jeep Trail heading West from Hwy 155. You will continue driving until the pavement turns to dirt at the last public…
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This route consists of two main trails, SC47 and SC328. The trail can be accessed on the West from Kelso Valley Road and from the East at the actual Dove Springs. My route includes the…
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Cookes Peak (FS 25S21) departs and returns to Rancheria Road North, running along a shelf road with consistent views down into Lake Isabella, the valley below, and the mountains across the way. The dirt and…
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Starting at BLM LA1, this fine sand route runs 1.5 to 2 vehicles wide along the Eastern Sierra Mountain foothills. Alternating between hard pack and deeper soft sand creates variable traction conditions. The trail is…
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Winding into Bird Spring Canyon, this soft sandy route runs just over one vehicle wide through terrain lined with desert brush, Joshua trees, and blooming wildflowers that intensify deeper in the canyon. Various established campsite…
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This very sandy one vehicle wide route cuts through a small, shallow canyon surrounded by very small desert brush and a few Joshua trees. Interesting boulder rock formations appear throughout the canyon. Although mostly sandy,…
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This is a fun winding trail that starts right off of SC173 and quickly drops down into a soft wide sand wash. The trail narrows with a tight s-turn between large boulders then opens up…
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This is a great, flowy dirt road that offers some of the best views overlooking the Kern River Valley area. The path follows the natural curves of the mountainside, giving you plenty of chances to…
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Starting at Highway 14 at Robbers Roost Mini Mart with public bathrooms, this sandy out-and-back trail heads to Cow Heaven Canyon on BLM limited-use land, requiring staying on designated trails. Fine sand surface can be…
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This one vehicle-wide loose sand route threads through terrain surrounded by creosote bushes, Joshua trees, other desert flora, and seasonally blooming wildflowers. The trail is prettiest traveling south to north for optimal scenery appreciation. Beautiful…
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Starting just south of Sage Canyon Trail, this sand and gravel route delivers great views of the Eastern Sierras to the west and the El Paso Wilderness Mountains to the east. The trail is lined…
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Starting at Highway 14 heading north, this two-lane wide loose sand route travels through the Jawbone-Butterbredt BLM limited use area, requiring staying on designated trails. Great views showcase the Southern Eastern Sierras, including Robbers Roost,…
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This trail runs along the western border of the Dove Springs OHV Open Riding Area, high above the canyon with sweeping views down into the main riding area. It serves as a primary feeder road…
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This hard-pack sandy trail winds through Dove Springs OHV open riding area, perched high above, where you can look down into the main riding area below. Running along the north and east border of Dove…
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One of the main trails through Dove Springs OHV open riding area, this fine dusty sand route features lots of whoops and washboards, creating constant suspension action. High bank turns offer fun features for those…
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Starting off Highway 178 with immediate views of Robbers Roost towering at 4,200 feet, this sandy 1 to 2.5 vehicle wide route serves as an alternative to the aqueduct route. Ruts, off camber sections, and…
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This trail allows you to bypass the steep hill climbs leaving the main Dove Springs OHV staging area and climbing up above the valley floor. The trail is a hard pack road with some minor…
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This one vehicle-wide loose fine sand route threads through terrain populated with many desert bushes and occasional Joshua trees. Great views showcase the El Paso Mountains and Eastern Sierra Mountains throughout. The trail runs fairly…
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This 6-mile sandy road starts at Jawbone Canyon Road. It travels north through sandy washes. Off-camber, deep sand, and ruts are the main obstacles. Then it is a steep climb on an uneven and winding…
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This loose sand trail follows the aqueduct infrastructure. Best to travel on the sand side of the route. Beautiful views showcase the Eastern Sierras, including the Scodie Mountains, with mountains to the east and south…
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