Dirt Bike Trails
Near Carlisle, Kentucky

White Sulphur OHV Trail System is composed of several Forest Service roads and trails in the White Sulphur area, forming a 17-mile trail system of connecting loops. It is located near Cave Run Lake in the Cumberland Ranger District. The trail is located in moderately rugged terrain, primarily follow...
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A gorgeous trail with a mix of varying terrain types. Gravel, dirt, and mud will all be experienced. Most of the trail is easy with a moderate section of ruts and off camber. Make sure to bring recovery gear. This is a high clearance trail. Very lush foliage with lots of wild ferns line the trail. S...
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Easy gravel drive on a semi-maintained Forest Service road. No destination, just out and back. Offers views of the valley below and geological formations to explore. seen two cave entrances. There is an abandoned cabin that sits off down in the valley below. Great trail for someone looking for a saf...
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Nice, easy gravel road, following an abandoned railroad. It offers views of the valley below and an operational rock quarry across the way. This road is an abandoned rail bed from the days when the Red River Gorge was being logged. There are no obstacles along this route in typical conditions, but o...
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Cold Iron Fork Road is a challenging 2.7-mile point-to-point trail in the Daniel Boone National Forest, ideal for experienced drivers seeking steep muddy climbs and technical rock obstacles. Connecting US-460 near Rothwell to Indian Creek Road (KY-713) in the south, this route winds through a dense ...
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Trail 88 offers a slight challenge with a couple of tight turns and steep climbs. The lower entrance to Trail 88 begins close the Briery Creek. At this entrance, you find a large open area which in previous years was a hunting campsite. Do not enter any structures on site.
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Gravel service road for Bowen, Kentucky, that runs along the Mountain Parkway. This trail is out-and-back only, no thruway traffic. Ends at a farmer's field, which is closed off by a gate. It provides views of farmland and the Mountain Parkway along the way, with only a couple of shallow mudholes.
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Trail 34 is otherwise known as Old Tar Fork Road. This was a log truck route at one time. This route will take you to the hill named "Larry's Lip" which will connect you back to the Briery Creek Road Area. Close to Trail 88 and the Briery Creek Mudholes.
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Spaas Creek is a wonderful 6-mile creek ride east of Winchester. It is located inside the Daniel Boone National Forest and is a short distance from many other rides in the area. The northern trailhead is the most difficult part of the trail. There are several water crossings and boulder obstacles on...
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This is a rocky and technical Trail. The lower entrance is Close to Briery Creek. The Top entrance is connected to Green Trail 5. Trail 85 offers a challenge without a lot of risk, Slick Rocks and washouts are the obstacles you will encounter along the way. Only one steep hill climb out of the valle...
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You will start out on gravel until you reach the summit. As you follow the course, you will come to a closed yellow gate, at which point you continue on the trail to the left. Once you reach the top, it offers a view for miles. As you continue on, the trail becomes dirt and sand. You will traverse s...
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Start or end at the Abandon Communication Tower. The trail follows ridge tops the entire trail. There are tight sections, but they are passable in full-size vehicles. The trail stays dry 90% of the year and is suitable for all ages. The trail has some spur ridge lines off it for future trail expansi...
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This Route is the "wetter" alternative ride to and from the abandoned tower. You will find that most of this trail consists of low-lying ground. The trail consists of solid ground for the most part and a few slightly technical sections. This is the cool (Temperature) ride during the hotter summer mo...
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Trail 202 is a spur off of Trail 201. The trail follows a ridge line and then gradually drops to a bottom. Traveling the bottom you may encounter a few wetter spots during the spring and winter months. A short climb out of the bottom brings you to an intersecting trail that continues straight throug...
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Trail 1 will start at the Straight Fork Parking area and ends in "Deep Hole Hollow." This Trail is well maintained and once on the ridge top, it is smooth and easy riding. Be sure to make the hard right at the 201 Trail intersection if you wish to continue on Trail 1. The Trail offers towering views...
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The trail starts near 1806 Adventures Parking Area off Straight Fork Road. The trail begins with a short but fairly steep climb to the ridge line. The trail surface consists of mainly hard pack with some loose rock, great views of the surrounding land from the top of the RidgesEnds with the Connecti...
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Sand Lick Road begins in the heart of Powell County, Kentucky, and offers an off-road route that weaves through a mix of dirt and gravel surfaces. The road starts with a relatively easy drive, featuring a few uneven sections and occasional rocky spots that require a high-clearance 4WD vehicle. As th...
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This is a beautiful gravel road that leads to a walking trail for the old cottage furnace. It is an easy gravel road with beautiful trees and wildlife. There are a few other side roads that are just as scenic.
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Mountain Springs Road is a challenging track through a thick forest with lots of mud and ledges. There is a small rock garden towards the southern end of the trail. This route starts at the actual trail with no pavement.
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This route starts with a steep gravel incline when it splits off Sandlick Road. Not far into the trail, it becomes a natural terrain and presents itself as more difficult. You will encounter mudholes that are deep and off-camber. You will also encounter larger rocks and debris while making the incli...
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White Sulphur OHV Trail System is composed of several Forest Service roads and trails in the White Sulphur area, forming a 17-mile trail system of connecting loops. It is located near Cave Run Lake in the Cumberland Ranger District. The trail is located in moderately rugged terrain, primarily follow...
Learn more about White Sulphur ATV Loop to Overlook

Easy gravel drive on a semi-maintained Forest Service road. No destination, just out and back. Offers views of the valley below and geological formations to explore. seen two cave entrances. There is an abandoned cabin that sits off down in the valley below. Great trail for someone looking for a saf...
Learn more about June Bug

Nice, easy gravel road, following an abandoned railroad. It offers views of the valley below and an operational rock quarry across the way. This road is an abandoned rail bed from the days when the Red River Gorge was being logged. There are no obstacles along this route in typical conditions, but o...
Learn more about Amos Cut

Trail 88 offers a slight challenge with a couple of tight turns and steep climbs. The lower entrance to Trail 88 begins close the Briery Creek. At this entrance, you find a large open area which in previous years was a hunting campsite. Do not enter any structures on site.
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Easy gravel drive on a semi-maintained Forest Service road. No destination, just out and back. Offers views of the valley below and geological formations to explore. seen two cave entrances. There is an abandoned cabin that sits off down in the valley below. Great trail for someone looking for a saf...
Learn more about June Bug

Nice, easy gravel road, following an abandoned railroad. It offers views of the valley below and an operational rock quarry across the way. This road is an abandoned rail bed from the days when the Red River Gorge was being logged. There are no obstacles along this route in typical conditions, but o...
Learn more about Amos Cut

Trail 88 offers a slight challenge with a couple of tight turns and steep climbs. The lower entrance to Trail 88 begins close the Briery Creek. At this entrance, you find a large open area which in previous years was a hunting campsite. Do not enter any structures on site.
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Gravel service road for Bowen, Kentucky, that runs along the Mountain Parkway. This trail is out-and-back only, no thruway traffic. Ends at a farmer's field, which is closed off by a gate. It provides views of farmland and the Mountain Parkway along the way, with only a couple of shallow mudholes.
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