Dirt Bike Trails
Near Elkhorn, California

Four Corners-Old Ranch Loop is a beginner-friendly ATV and dirt bike trail in Hollister Hills SVRA that offers a manageable introduction to California’s Diablo Range foothill terrain while still keeping intermediate riders engaged. This designated OHV loop winds through gently rolling hills on prima...
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Adobe Basin Loop in Hollister Hills SVRA is a solid choice for intermediate ATV riders and dirt bikers looking for a flowing, well-marked loop with enough variation to stay engaging without becoming overly technical. This one-way, clockwise trail winds through rolling hills on predominantly hard-pac...
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Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area is a Northern California off-road staple. Tucked into the Gabilan Mountains just south of Hollister, this SVRA gives 4x4s, dirt bikes, ATVs, and UTVs room to explore a mix of wooded trails, hill climbs, ruts, rocks, and wide-open dirt. This is the kin...
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East Serpentine Trail is a short but steep single-track route that traverses a hillside. The trail features mostly hardpack dirt with a few rutted sections and scattered loose rock. The steep grade requires good brake and throttle control, adding a moderate challenge despite the relatively predictab...
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Badger Trail runs parallel to Ridge Trail, following the same hillside at a lower elevation. The route consists of firm hardpack dirt and a series of winding turns that contour along the slope. Technical obstacles are minimal, with few rocks or ruts to navigate. However, the steep hillside and narro...
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Juniper Trail is one of the park's primary connector routes, linking riders to the broader trail network. The trail features mostly smooth hardpack dirt with a mix of winding turns, climbs, and descents that make for an enjoyable ride. As the route progresses, riders gain access to several steeper h...
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Brewers Trail is a short single-track spur branching off Juniper Trail. The narrow dirt trail is best suited for dirt bikes, as its width and terrain are not ideal for larger vehicles. The route winds along a hillside with a mix of hardpack dirt and scattered patches of loose rock. While the trail i...
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Franciscan Loop Trail is a fun route that circles the trails-only section of the park. The trail is generally double-track width with a hardpack dirt surface, making it accessible while still offering plenty of variety. Riders can expect a mix of terrain, including small whoops, loose dirt, and scat...
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Ridge Trail is a narrow, hardpack dirt trail that traverses the side of a steep hillside. The route is winding and exposed in places, with the adjacent slope adding an extra sense of challenge and consequence. The trail surface is generally smooth, with occasional light rutting and scattered rocks t...
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Juniper Trail is one of the park's primary connector routes, linking riders to the broader trail network. The trail features mostly smooth hardpack dirt with a mix of winding turns, climbs, and descents that make for an enjoyable ride. As the route progresses, riders gain access to several steeper h...
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SRI Loop begins with a steep, winding descent on hardpack dirt. The trail follows a narrow, mostly groomed path with rolling terrain, featuring several steep climbs and descents along the way. Expect light rutting in places, but few significant obstacles. After the loop, you can enter the Golden Eag...
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Golden Eagle Trail is a mellow hardpack dirt route that serves as a connector to SRI Loop and several other trails within the network. The trail is generally smooth and easy to follow, with a mix of steep climbs and descents along the way. Riders traveling toward SRI Loop will need to cross a paved ...
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Kiln Trail is one of the primary entrances to the park. The route begins as a mellow hardpack dirt road leading to the park boundary, where signs outline park regulations and warn visitors about mountain lions. Shortly after entering, riders encounter the first notable obstacle: a steep climb with l...
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Carroll Climb is a fun, short detour off Juniper Trail. The route begins with a descent on a narrow single-track trail to a turnaround at the bottom. From there, riders tackle a climb back to the top through a series of whoops and rocky sections that add a bit of challenge and excitement. Though bri...
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The Los Osos Trail is one of the park's main connector routes, providing access to many of the surrounding trails and trail networks. The trail consists mostly of smooth, well-groomed hardpack dirt and offers an easy, enjoyable ride through the park. Expect a mix of winding turns, gradual climbs, an...
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R1 Clear Creek Road lives up to its namesake by following the crisp, flowing waters of Clear Creek as it twists and winds through the canyon toward the hills. This trail provides an enjoyable adventure, rated as a 2, making it accessible for many vehicles. Be aware that there is no cell service alon...
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Aurora Cutoff R14 is a narrow two-track trail that traces the top of a ridge, leading you toward the historic Aurora Mine. This scenic route offers plenty of opportunities to explore single-track trails branching off to either side, inviting you to venture deeper into the area's rugged beauty. The m...
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This trail mostly follows a chaparral ridge in the southern part of Big Sur. This trail includes dramatic valley and ocean views. There is dispersed camping and established campgrounds. This trail goes adjacent to Fort Hunter Liggett which is a testing ground for artillery. Before this trail starts ...
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San Martin is a short trail dotted with many campsites along the San Martin Ridgeline. The trail stays mostly above the fog line, offering beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. The trail dead-ends at a High Clearance 4x4 trail leading to the cliffside. There are also plenty of places to turn around ...
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This is a 14-mile trail along a ridgeline that dead-ends on private property. Spectacular views span from the sea to the valley. Many Big Sur hiking trails end on this road. Numerous side trails lead illegally into Fort Hunter Liggett. Do not take them! The fort is a testing ground for tanks and art...
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Four Corners-Old Ranch Loop is a beginner-friendly ATV and dirt bike trail in Hollister Hills SVRA that offers a manageable introduction to California’s Diablo Range foothill terrain while still keeping intermediate riders engaged. This designated OHV loop winds through gently rolling hills on prima...
Learn more about Four Corners-Old Ranch Loop

Adobe Basin Loop in Hollister Hills SVRA is a solid choice for intermediate ATV riders and dirt bikers looking for a flowing, well-marked loop with enough variation to stay engaging without becoming overly technical. This one-way, clockwise trail winds through rolling hills on predominantly hard-pac...
Learn more about Adobe Basin Loop

Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area is a Northern California off-road staple. Tucked into the Gabilan Mountains just south of Hollister, this SVRA gives 4x4s, dirt bikes, ATVs, and UTVs room to explore a mix of wooded trails, hill climbs, ruts, rocks, and wide-open dirt. This is the kin...
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East Serpentine Trail is a short but steep single-track route that traverses a hillside. The trail features mostly hardpack dirt with a few rutted sections and scattered loose rock. The steep grade requires good brake and throttle control, adding a moderate challenge despite the relatively predictab...
Learn more about East Serpentine Trail

Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area is a Northern California off-road staple. Tucked into the Gabilan Mountains just south of Hollister, this SVRA gives 4x4s, dirt bikes, ATVs, and UTVs room to explore a mix of wooded trails, hill climbs, ruts, rocks, and wide-open dirt. This is the kin...
Learn more about Hollister Hills SVRA

Juniper Trail is one of the park's primary connector routes, linking riders to the broader trail network. The trail features mostly smooth hardpack dirt with a mix of winding turns, climbs, and descents that make for an enjoyable ride. As the route progresses, riders gain access to several steeper h...
Learn more about Juniper Trail

Franciscan Loop Trail is a fun route that circles the trails-only section of the park. The trail is generally double-track width with a hardpack dirt surface, making it accessible while still offering plenty of variety. Riders can expect a mix of terrain, including small whoops, loose dirt, and scat...
Learn more about Franciscan Loop trail

Kiln Trail is one of the primary entrances to the park. The route begins as a mellow hardpack dirt road leading to the park boundary, where signs outline park regulations and warn visitors about mountain lions. Shortly after entering, riders encounter the first notable obstacle: a steep climb with l...
Learn more about Kiln Trail