Dirt Bike Trails
Near Johnsville, California

Bonta Ridge (Forest Service Road 23N05Y) is an approachable, scenic climb ideal for beginners and scenic tourers looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Plumas National Forest. Starting from Bonta Creek Road just off CA-70, this 3.6-mile dirt and gravel route features a steady ascent with an ele...
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Cowell Mine Rd - FS 2308 has a bit of a barrier to entry with significant overgrown grass and greenery, along with puddles on each side of the track roughly 6 to 12 inches deep for about 50 yards. Once you pass these potholes, the trail opens up and becomes slightly wider. It is a very loose and une...
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Welcome to Spencer Lakes off-highway vehicle trail, a rewarding but rugged little adventure tucked into the alpine trees! The journey begins beautifully but quickly drops into a steep, loose rock descent that occasionally transitions into soft, sandy spots. As you make your way further down, the est...
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Mohawk Creek - FS 22N42 begins off Mohawk Chapman Road and acts as a steady, twisting dirt climb up the mountain. Forest Service signage at the start indicates that this route was primarily used as a logging road, as supported by the wide, graded dirt surfaces and clearings with slash piles visible ...
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Approaching from the Gold Valley OHV Trail, Snake Lake (FS 12E67) wastes no time letting you know exactly what kind of ride you are in for. The trail immediately greets you with a steep, incredibly loose, and rocky climb. Early on, you will navigate a densely wooded area heavily impacted by timber f...
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Starting near Gold Lake, Church Meadow Road is a pretty easy, manageable trail suitable for all vehicles. The route features a dirt and gravel surface with occasional loose granite rocks that are easy for all skill levels to navigate. The difficulty remains consistently low throughout the entire dri...
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Winding through the forest, Mohawk Heights Road - FS 21N21 is a largely unmaintained dirt trail that descends for the majority of its 1.2-mile length. The route is overgrown in several places, with branches hanging close to the roadway, and ultimately ends abruptly with several downed trees blocking...
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Gold Lake Shore Lower Segment (FS 12M01) picks up where the upper descent ends, leveling out to follow the shoreline of Gold Lake. Once you reach the bottom of the descent, the trail transitions into a series of embedded, sharp rocky features and rock gardens that require a high-clearance vehicle to...
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Gold Lake Shore Upper Segment (FS 12M01) is accessed directly from the Snake Lake Trail. The upper section of the trail, prior to the main descent, features numerous prime camping opportunities with stunning overlooks of Gold Lake. As the trail descends, you will encounter a couple of deep, loose se...
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Pauley Creek - FS 93-003, a wonderfully scenic and remarkably smooth journey that is perfect for a relaxing day out in the woods. This beautiful, wide gravel road winds its way comfortably through a lovely, medium-density pine forest, offering plenty of dappled shade along the route. As you cruise a...
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While the entire road stretches for roughly 12 miles, this specific adventure covers the upper 7.5-mile unpaved segment as it climbs gently toward Chapman Saddle. This is a classic, highly scenic Forest Service road, featuring a wide, well-maintained path framed by towering pine trees that offer won...
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FS 822 starts from its north end, immediately descending gradually for the first 100 yards. The surface is primarily dominated by loose rock, though it transitions into more embedded, solid rock farther along the trail. While mostly straightforward, there is one section where additional ground clear...
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The trail kicks off at the intersection of 721 Church Meadow Road, starting with an easy, gradual climb. As you pass through the towering fir forest, the terrain becomes a bit more difficult, requiring slower travel for low-clearance vehicles. Along the way, you'll catch intermittent views of nearby...
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Church Creek - FS 28 begins on the eastern end of Forest Road 721. The road is generally flat and passes through densely forested sections. The surface is mostly hard-packed sand with a few short sections of loose rock. You will see several downed trees alongside the trail, but it currently remains ...
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Haskell Cross - FS 21N91 is accessed from Haskell Sheep Ranch Road and connects to Mohawk Chapman. This route is a nice, winding forest road that functions mostly as a tree-lined "forest tunnel." While it lacks sweeping scenic views or major points of interest, it serves as an excellent, time-saving...
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This challenging 5-mile trail is designed for experienced drivers in modified four-wheel-drive vehicles and SxSs looking for a technical crawl with stunning Sierra Nevada views. Starting near the shores of Gold Lake, the route climbs through dense forest and rugged granite terrain, offering panorami...
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After riding Rattlesnake, you’ll arrive at Chimney Rock. The trail follows a ridgeline overlooking Tahoe National Forest and offers some of the most impressive views in the area. Overall, Chimney Rock is one of the more approachable trails in the region, though riders should be prepared for signifi...
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Church Creek Spur - FS 28-004 is accessed directly from Church Creek Road. The trail begins with a manageable Level 2 difficulty, but the loose rocks become progressively larger as you continue. About halfway through, drivers will encounter several off-camber sections and a partially cleared cluster...
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Continuing north from Deer Lake Road, the Lots A Lakes OHV Trail - FS 12E66 trail presents a stunning yet dramatically shifting landscape. As you wind your way along the route, you will pass high above the glistening, deep blue waters of Deer Lake, eventually connecting to the intersection with the ...
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Cleghorn Bar offers an adventurous off-road trek through Plumas National Forest, making it perfect for intermediate drivers seeking a scenic descent into a remote river canyon. This 11.7-mile route starts along a relatively easy gravel forest road, winding through beautiful mountain valleys and over...
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Bonta Ridge (Forest Service Road 23N05Y) is an approachable, scenic climb ideal for beginners and scenic tourers looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Plumas National Forest. Starting from Bonta Creek Road just off CA-70, this 3.6-mile dirt and gravel route features a steady ascent with an ele...
Learn more about Bonta Ridge - NF23N05Y

Cowell Mine Rd - FS 2308 has a bit of a barrier to entry with significant overgrown grass and greenery, along with puddles on each side of the track roughly 6 to 12 inches deep for about 50 yards. Once you pass these potholes, the trail opens up and becomes slightly wider. It is a very loose and une...
Learn more about Cowell Mine Road - FS 2308

Welcome to Spencer Lakes off-highway vehicle trail, a rewarding but rugged little adventure tucked into the alpine trees! The journey begins beautifully but quickly drops into a steep, loose rock descent that occasionally transitions into soft, sandy spots. As you make your way further down, the est...
Learn more about Spencer Lakes OHV - FS 11M01

Mohawk Creek - FS 22N42 begins off Mohawk Chapman Road and acts as a steady, twisting dirt climb up the mountain. Forest Service signage at the start indicates that this route was primarily used as a logging road, as supported by the wide, graded dirt surfaces and clearings with slash piles visible ...
Learn more about Mohawk Creek - FS 22N42

Bonta Ridge (Forest Service Road 23N05Y) is an approachable, scenic climb ideal for beginners and scenic tourers looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Plumas National Forest. Starting from Bonta Creek Road just off CA-70, this 3.6-mile dirt and gravel route features a steady ascent with an ele...
Learn more about Bonta Ridge - NF23N05Y

Cowell Mine Rd - FS 2308 has a bit of a barrier to entry with significant overgrown grass and greenery, along with puddles on each side of the track roughly 6 to 12 inches deep for about 50 yards. Once you pass these potholes, the trail opens up and becomes slightly wider. It is a very loose and une...
Learn more about Cowell Mine Road - FS 2308

Welcome to Spencer Lakes off-highway vehicle trail, a rewarding but rugged little adventure tucked into the alpine trees! The journey begins beautifully but quickly drops into a steep, loose rock descent that occasionally transitions into soft, sandy spots. As you make your way further down, the est...
Learn more about Spencer Lakes OHV - FS 11M01

Mohawk Creek - FS 22N42 begins off Mohawk Chapman Road and acts as a steady, twisting dirt climb up the mountain. Forest Service signage at the start indicates that this route was primarily used as a logging road, as supported by the wide, graded dirt surfaces and clearings with slash piles visible ...
Learn more about Mohawk Creek - FS 22N42