Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Wendover, Utah

The Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway is a 53-mile route that loops around the Silver Island Range and offers a great way to experience the remoteness of Utah's West Desert for those short on time or with little off-road experience. The maintained gravel trail can be run in either direction....
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The southern portion of this route poses more of a challenge as it consists of single-vehicle roads and leads to a vast open area. It is a dirt road that runs alongside the mountain base, providing breathtaking mountain scenery on one side and a stunning view of the Bonneville Salt Flats on the othe...
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Silver Island Pass is a short trail that connects the east and west sides of the Silver Island Backcountry Byway. It could be used as a cutoff for those not looking to complete the full byway loop. The road is wide, graded, and consists mostly of gravel. On the west side, there is one flat wash and ...
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This trail goes from the historic Donner-Reed Pass out to the end of Crater Island. There are great views overlooking the salt flats, mud flats, and the Pilot Mountain range. This trail has several spurs that lead to the mud flats. The trail is mostly a smooth two-track trail but has a couple of roc...
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Floating Island Road is an access road to Floating Island off the Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway. Floating Island is a small peak that is in Utah's west desert, surrounded by the Bonneville Salt Flats and the Utah Test and Training Range's northern half. Named for its often floating prese...
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Silver Island Canyon is in the northeast corner of the Silver Island range in Utah's West Desert. The trail runs north to south, and while non-technical, due to remoteness, you will want good tires as most of the trail is comprised of small loose rock and gravel. The southern portion is mostly smoot...
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This is a unique trail that travels along the west side of Crater Island over the mud flats. The landscape feels other-worldly and has nice views of Crater Island and the Pilot Mountain Range. The trail can be a little difficult to follow at times; stick to the tire tracks and keep an eye on the map...
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This trail follows the west side of the Newfoundland Mountains, a very remote mountain range located in the middle of the Great Salt Lake Desert. This trail runs from the Railroad tracks in the North and ends at a gate for the Utah Test and Training Range near the Southern end of the mountains. The ...
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This historic trail follows the last 90 miles of the Transcontinental Railroad. The trail is the actual grade where the railroad tracks were. There are slight detours around the wooden trestles, but 90 percent is the original grade. Along the way, there are several signs talking about the constructi...
Learn more about Golden Spike Auto Tour, Transcontinental Railroad Byway

Old Route 93, which is now a gravel trail, takes the scenic route to the Pony Express trail. The trail is mostly flat with some brush on either side and ample great views in all directions. You will see herds of wild horses all around. The trail does have some low spots to allow the rainfall to flow...
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This easy, graded trail connects I-80 to the Cedar Mountain West trail. Coming from I-80, the trail starts after veering off of pavement onto a dirt road that bypasses the Energy Solutions plant. The trail is easy and graded most of the way. It is only one vehicle wide when driving along Energy Solu...
Learn more about Deseret Wells Road

This off-road trail features a unique, soft dirt surface, resembling the feel of a dry lakebed. It offers an easy-going ride when the conditions are dry, with smooth, expansive stretches perfect for cruising. However, be cautious when rain or melting snow is present, as the trail can quickly turn in...
Learn more about Ripple Valley Road

Rattlesnake Canyon is a scenic route that serves as a fantastic gateway from Highway 93 to a network of beautiful foothill trails, including Agee, Spring, and the Agee Spring Spur. Starting at the highway, the trail cuts across the foothills and gently winds up into the higher terrain. The trail beg...
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This trail offers a rugged yet manageable adventure, primarily consisting of gravel with occasional larger rocks scattered along the path. While most of the trail is passable, several washouts can present challenges, particularly for vehicles with low ground clearance. These washouts can make the dr...
Learn more about Lower Finger Ridge

This trail follows the east side of the Newfoundland Mountains, a very remote mountain range located in the middle of the Great Salt Lake Desert. This trail runs from the Railroad tracks in the North and ends at a gate for the Utah Test and Training Range near the Southern end of the mountains. The ...
Learn more about East Newfoundland Road

This off-road trail is accessible from either end, offering flexibility for your adventure. The majority of the route is composed of gravel, with most sections wide enough for two vehicles to pass comfortably, though there are a few tighter areas where space is limited. The road itself is smooth, wi...
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This is a highly engaging cut-over trail that twists and turns its way across the southern side of the East Humboldt Range. As you climb, the route offers a striking ecological contrast, taking you directly through the skeletal remains of an old, burned-out juniper forest before transitioning into a...
Learn more about Polar Star - FS 57507

Legend has it, at least for the sake of this trail description, that Outhouse Draw was once marked by a solitary outhouse at its entrance. Today, however, no such structure exists, so if you are looking for relief before hitting the dirt, you will have to find a more natural solution! This out-and-b...
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This trail either begins at the old town of Aragonite or ends at Aragonite, depending on the direction of travel. The trail is easy, graded, and wide enough for vehicles to pass. The trail connects to Hastings Pass Road on one side and Deseret Well Road on the other. There are a few items remaining ...
Learn more about Aragonite Western Pacific Road

Crab is a scenic access route that twists and winds its way up from the lower elevations into the rolling foothills. Serving primarily as a gateway to Jerry Crab Spring and the wider network of crisscrossing trails above, this drive transitions beautifully into a landscape marked by a historic burne...
Learn more about Crab - FS 17540

The Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway is a 53-mile route that loops around the Silver Island Range and offers a great way to experience the remoteness of Utah's West Desert for those short on time or with little off-road experience. The maintained gravel trail can be run in either direction....
Learn more about Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway

The southern portion of this route poses more of a challenge as it consists of single-vehicle roads and leads to a vast open area. It is a dirt road that runs alongside the mountain base, providing breathtaking mountain scenery on one side and a stunning view of the Bonneville Salt Flats on the othe...
Learn more about Pilot Mountain Road

Silver Island Pass is a short trail that connects the east and west sides of the Silver Island Backcountry Byway. It could be used as a cutoff for those not looking to complete the full byway loop. The road is wide, graded, and consists mostly of gravel. On the west side, there is one flat wash and ...
Learn more about Silver Island Pass

This trail goes from the historic Donner-Reed Pass out to the end of Crater Island. There are great views overlooking the salt flats, mud flats, and the Pilot Mountain range. This trail has several spurs that lead to the mud flats. The trail is mostly a smooth two-track trail but has a couple of roc...
Learn more about Crater Island

The Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway is a 53-mile route that loops around the Silver Island Range and offers a great way to experience the remoteness of Utah's West Desert for those short on time or with little off-road experience. The maintained gravel trail can be run in either direction....
Learn more about Silver Island Mountains Backcountry Byway

The southern portion of this route poses more of a challenge as it consists of single-vehicle roads and leads to a vast open area. It is a dirt road that runs alongside the mountain base, providing breathtaking mountain scenery on one side and a stunning view of the Bonneville Salt Flats on the othe...
Learn more about Pilot Mountain Road

Silver Island Pass is a short trail that connects the east and west sides of the Silver Island Backcountry Byway. It could be used as a cutoff for those not looking to complete the full byway loop. The road is wide, graded, and consists mostly of gravel. On the west side, there is one flat wash and ...
Learn more about Silver Island Pass

This trail goes from the historic Donner-Reed Pass out to the end of Crater Island. There are great views overlooking the salt flats, mud flats, and the Pilot Mountain range. This trail has several spurs that lead to the mud flats. The trail is mostly a smooth two-track trail but has a couple of roc...
Learn more about Crater Island