Dirt Bike Trails
Near Chalfant, California

Kona's Crossing is a moderate trail that takes you across the scenic landscape of the Volcanic Tablelands right to Casa Diablo Mountain (If you start from Fish Slough). This trail consists of varying soil types, from moderately deep sand to cobblestone-style rock to a challenging rocky switchback. T...
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Fish Slough Road is a 19-mile long (End to End), 3-vehicle-wide road, and depending on the time of the year, it could be evenly graded or can have washboards of varying degrees. There are amazing views of both the Eastern Sierra Mountains to the west and the White Mountains to the east. Fish Slough ...
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Pole Road (4S04) is a mild dirt road mixed with shallow sand. It is 8 miles one way, 16 miles out and back. It has a few offshoots for camping and even has a route towards the end of the trail to connect to Chidago Loop or back to Fish Slough Road. At the end of the trail is an awesome canyon overlo...
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On Pole Road (3V04), with the Owens River to the south, the majestic Eastern Sierra mountain range to the west, the sprawling White Mountains to the east, and Casa Diablo to the northwest, you will find no shortage of views. Pole Road (3V04) runs along the transmission lines and is used to maintain ...
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This northwest-to-southeast sandy road connects Ed Powers Road with South Round Valley Road, which eventually leads to Highway 395. It serves as a bypass of Bishop, allowing you to skip paved roads if that's what you're trying to avoid. The route offers views in all directions, including the Eastern...
Learn more about Power Line Road NW

This route starts at Highway 168, just north of Bishop, beginning as a very wide trail before narrowing after 1 mile as you enter the Tungsten Hills OHV area. The trail passes a pet cemetery as well as the Tungsten Hills OHV area, offering beautiful views of the Eastern Sierras and the White Mountai...
Learn more about Tungsten City Road

This route starts off as a wide very sandy road that goes by a very popular mountain bike area, so watch out for bikers throughout the journey. The trail takes you up a canyon with hills on both sides, offering beautiful views of the mountains as you're approaching and giving you a preview of what t...
Learn more about Coyote Valley Road

This sandy cutoff trail connects Sawmill Road with Tungsten City Road, dropping almost 300 feet in almost 1.5 miles. The route offers views in all directions, including the Eastern Sierras, the White Mountains, the Buttermilk area, as well as Bishop and Round Valley. The 395 is visible down below, a...
Learn more about Sawmill Connector

This route drops over 200 feet in under 2 miles, winding through the hills while following power lines. The trail offers beautiful views of the Eastern Sierras on one side and the White Mountains on the other, along with views of the town of Bishop below. There are some dispersed campsites along the...
Learn more about Tungsten Hills Cutoff

The road is typically graded depending on the time of the year. It's mostly crushed dirt with a few small broken rocks along the trail. The east-to-west trail can be run in either direction. The west side is the higher elevation, around 7,000 feet. The west section is part of the Inyo National Fore...
Learn more about Chidago Canyon Road

This very dusty route features sand with various-sized embedded rocks and is part of the larger R1 system. The trail is 1 1/2 vehicles wide with various shelf road sections along the creek, requiring extra caution. After a mile, you're rewarded with 180-degree views of the Eastern Sierra mountains a...
Learn more about Tungsten Hills North

Starting off Gorge Road, this trail begins as a once-paved surface now broken with potholes and deteriorating asphalt. It quickly transitions into sand and dirt, offering early views of Casa Diablo Mountain with the White Mountains rising behind. From the junction with Casa Diablo Road, the trail cl...
Learn more about Forest Service Road 04S43

The trail begins just off the northbound side of Highway 395 and quickly introduces you to compact sand mixed with small rocks. Lined with juniper pine trees, it offers sweeping views of the Eastern Sierra, including Mount Tom on one side and the White Mountains on the other. As the route winds thro...
Learn more about FS 31E311

This relatively flat trail cuts through the valley between the Eastern Sierras and the Pine Creek Mine Mountain, providing a scenic traverse through diverse high-desert terrain. The route is a continuation of the Tungsten Hills North and connects with FS7S102. The trail offers opportunities to learn...
Learn more about Pine Creek Mine Valley

This trail climbs more than 550 feet and drops 160 feet in just over 2.25 miles, running parallel to Highway 395. From the south, it immediately climbs a small hill and continues as a sandy, dusty track with scattered rocks, about 1.5 vehicles wide. The route winds up and down rolling hills, lined w...
Learn more about FS 5S108

This route drops over 734 feet in 2 miles, offering views of the Eastern Sierras, the White Mountains, the Buttermilk Rock Formations, and the Town of Bishop below as you descend. The trail features some interesting and beautiful rock formations along the way, providing scenic interest beyond just t...
Learn more about McGee Creek R2

Forest Service Road 04S131 travels just over two miles. Coming from the west side, off of FS4S126, you cut through pine trees along the sandy track. As you approach the east side, close to Casa Diablo Road, the road becomes much more rocky with one drop-off. You trade the stunning views of the Easte...
Learn more about FS 4S131

This 3-mile trail climbs about 250 feet and drops 111 feet, making for a gradual but scenic ride. The route begins on pavement before quickly turning to hard-packed dirt with some washboards. Along the way, you’re treated to excellent views of Casa Diablo Mountain with the White Mountains rising beh...
Learn more about FS 5S106

This compact sand trail is about one vehicle wide and quickly introduces you to ruts and off-camber sections, especially near the start. As it winds through a sparse but beautiful pine forest, the route is lined with small bushes, scattered pine trees, and some interesting rock formations. Along the...
Learn more about FS 5S105

This dramatic ascent climbs almost 4,000 feet in just under 8 miles, utilizing shelf roads and switchbacks to navigate the steep terrain. The route offers stunning views of the valley below and dramatic vistas of the Eastern Sierra mountain peaks throughout the climb. After the first mile, the road ...
Learn more about Coyote Flats FS7S10

Kona's Crossing is a moderate trail that takes you across the scenic landscape of the Volcanic Tablelands right to Casa Diablo Mountain (If you start from Fish Slough). This trail consists of varying soil types, from moderately deep sand to cobblestone-style rock to a challenging rocky switchback. T...
Learn more about Kona's Crossing

Fish Slough Road is a 19-mile long (End to End), 3-vehicle-wide road, and depending on the time of the year, it could be evenly graded or can have washboards of varying degrees. There are amazing views of both the Eastern Sierra Mountains to the west and the White Mountains to the east. Fish Slough ...
Learn more about Fish Slough Road (3V01)

Pole Road (4S04) is a mild dirt road mixed with shallow sand. It is 8 miles one way, 16 miles out and back. It has a few offshoots for camping and even has a route towards the end of the trail to connect to Chidago Loop or back to Fish Slough Road. At the end of the trail is an awesome canyon overlo...
Learn more about Pole Road (4S04)

On Pole Road (3V04), with the Owens River to the south, the majestic Eastern Sierra mountain range to the west, the sprawling White Mountains to the east, and Casa Diablo to the northwest, you will find no shortage of views. Pole Road (3V04) runs along the transmission lines and is used to maintain ...
Learn more about Pole Road (3V04)

Kona's Crossing is a moderate trail that takes you across the scenic landscape of the Volcanic Tablelands right to Casa Diablo Mountain (If you start from Fish Slough). This trail consists of varying soil types, from moderately deep sand to cobblestone-style rock to a challenging rocky switchback. T...
Learn more about Kona's Crossing

Fish Slough Road is a 19-mile long (End to End), 3-vehicle-wide road, and depending on the time of the year, it could be evenly graded or can have washboards of varying degrees. There are amazing views of both the Eastern Sierra Mountains to the west and the White Mountains to the east. Fish Slough ...
Learn more about Fish Slough Road (3V01)

Pole Road (4S04) is a mild dirt road mixed with shallow sand. It is 8 miles one way, 16 miles out and back. It has a few offshoots for camping and even has a route towards the end of the trail to connect to Chidago Loop or back to Fish Slough Road. At the end of the trail is an awesome canyon overlo...
Learn more about Pole Road (4S04)

On Pole Road (3V04), with the Owens River to the south, the majestic Eastern Sierra mountain range to the west, the sprawling White Mountains to the east, and Casa Diablo to the northwest, you will find no shortage of views. Pole Road (3V04) runs along the transmission lines and is used to maintain ...
Learn more about Pole Road (3V04)