This is a very scenic route through the hills near Nelson, Nevada. The dirt trail has several steep climbs and descents over several ridges as you make your way through the El Dorado Mountains. From… Learn more about Nelson Rollercoaster
Total Miles
11.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Aztec Wash Road
This 20.8-mile out-and-back trail starts near the small town of Nelson, El Dorado Canyon, and passes through Eagle Wash and Aztec Wash before ending at a small cove on Lake Mohave. Plenty of beautiful vistas… Learn more about Aztec Wash Road
Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Loop Powerline Road
This is a 10-mile one-way trail with steep ascents/descents and lots of blind switchbacks running along high-tension power lines. Most of the trail is one vehicle wide with plenty of pull-outs. Amazing views of Lake… Learn more about Loop Powerline Road
Total Miles
9.4
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Eagle Wash Road to Placer Cove
This 9.7 out-and-back trail is a side trip off the Aztec Wash Road. This trail is mostly loose sand and gravel, which is passable by stock 4WD vehicles. At the S-Turn going to Placer Cove,… Learn more about Eagle Wash Road to Placer Cove
Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Mountain Wash Road to Morning Star Cove
This 7.6-mile out-and-back trail runs down Mountain Wash and ends at Morning Star Cove on Lake Mohave. This trail is mostly loose sand and gravel. Enjoy the cool water in the morning star cove on… Learn more about Mountain Wash Road to Morning Star Cove
Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Fire Mountain Road
This 10.2-mile out-and-back trail starts off in a wash but then climbs up on a spur and continues down to Lake Mohave. This trail has great views of Lake Mohave. The last mile of the… Learn more about Fire Mountain Road
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Mead Davis Power Road
Mead Davis Power Road is a rocky, dusty, sandy, rutted, washed-out road. Some sections require a short wheelbase high clearance vehicle, otherwise, its an easy road 4x4 is highly recommended. There is a chance for… Learn more about Mead Davis Power Road
Total Miles
36.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Powerline Wash Road
This short 2.6-mile out-and-back trail is a side trip/spur trail off the Aztec Wash Road. This is an easy trail that can be done by a high clearance 2WD or any 4WD vehicle. It runs… Learn more about Powerline Wash Road
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Rockefeller Mine Road
Rockefeller Mine road is mixed surface gravel, sand, and loose rock road that runs through both Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Bureau of Land Management Government Lands. This road offers stunning views of the… Learn more about Rockefeller Mine Road
Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Opal Mountain Road
Opal Mountain Road drives through the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas. Offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route.… Learn more about Opal Mountain Road
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Boulder City to Jean
This is an easier trail between Boulder City and Jean Dry Lake Bed and then Jean. The trail starts as a powerline road heading towards the hills. The road is smooth with a few washes… Learn more about Boulder City to Jean
Total Miles
26.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Burro Wash
This trail comes in at 12 miles, some pretty difficult sections and plenty of sharp rocks. You will want to be sure to have off-road tires. The end of the trail is where all of… Learn more about Burro Wash
Total Miles
10.6
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Pope Mine Loop
This 25.5-mile loop passes through the Black Mountains. Visit several abandoned mines (be cautious some mines are not fenced off or filled in). At the turnaround point take some time to hike the wash down… Learn more about Pope Mine Loop
Total Miles
24.8
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Six Mile Cove Road
Six Mile Cove Road is an easy road but can be loose sand in sections, 4x4 is recommended, in the rainy season this area is prone to flash floods. It runs through Lake Mead National… Learn more about Six Mile Cove Road
Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Mid Basin Cove
Mid-Basin Cove road is an easy road but can be loose sand in sections, 4x4 is recommended, in the rainy season this area is prone to flash floods. It runs through Lake Mead National Recreation… Learn more about Mid Basin Cove
Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
East Cottonwood Cove Road
This trail is a graded road from US 93 out to East Cottonwood Cove on Lake Mohave. This road is wide and fairly smooth with a few washes that are susceptible to flooding during heavy… Learn more about East Cottonwood Cove Road
Total Miles
18.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Wi / Su / Sp
Pot Cove Road
This short side trail off the East Cottonwood Cove Road leads to the more popular beach area which has toilet facilities. A good side trip while in the area to view Lake Mohave and relax.… Learn more about Pot Cove Road
Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Tamarisk Road
Tamarisk Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas, offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route. It is… Learn more about Tamarisk Road
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Nine Mile Cove Road
Nine Mile Cove Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas. Offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route.… Learn more about Nine Mile Cove Road
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Klondyke Mine Loop
This trail is a 6.6-mile loop in the Black Mountains that passes 3 closed gold mines, Dixie Queen Mine, Klondyke Mine, and Dixie Gold Mine. This trail also has sweeping views of Lake Mohave. Many… Learn more about Klondyke Mine Loop
Total Miles
6.2
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp
Nellis Cove Road
Nellis Cove Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This area is a limited-use area, and camping is only allowed in approved areas, offroad use is not allowed unless on a designated route. It… Learn more about Nellis Cove Road
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Mead Davis Powerline Road
The first half of the trail is hard pack dirt with rutted areas and uneven grades, single-car wide. The second half of the trail is washes with two-car wide areas most of the way and… Learn more about Mead Davis Powerline Road
Total Miles
13.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Bye Bye Bumper
This is a great off-shoot trail in the Lava Butte OHV area that will test your vehicle's ground clearance, approach and departure angles, overall tire traction, and driver technical skills. As you approach the main… Learn more about Bye Bye Bumper
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Lake Mohave View Trail
This trail provides great views of Lake Mohave and many areas suitable for camping. The road is mostly moderate gravel but there are several short loose and steep sections. There are a lot of large… Learn more about Lake Mohave View Trail
Total Miles
7.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Cohenour Loop
This 17.5-mile loop trail takes you through a petroglyph wash and passes the Old Cohenour Mine. Don't miss the petroglyphs at 3 miles into the trail (right before the loop). This trail is passable by… Learn more about Cohenour Loop
Total Miles
16.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Indian Pass Overlook
This short 4-mile out-and-back trail takes you to the top of the ridge line of Indian Pass and the Old Pope Mine. This is a great side trip when taking the Cohenour loop. At the… Learn more about Indian Pass Overlook
Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Lava Butte Loop
Rainbow Gardens and Lava Butte form this loop trail. It is an easy trail suitable for any 4x4 truck or SUV, as well as off road vehicles and mountain bikes. Red, tan and white hills… Learn more about Lava Butte Loop
Total Miles
15.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Kodachrome Road
Kodachrome Road is an easy trail and is suitable for any type of vehicle. Along the way, you will see many colorful geological formations. The colorful landscape inspired the trail's name. Along the way, you… Learn more about Kodachrome Road
Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Railroad Canyon
Railroad Canyon is a moderate trail just south of Las Vegas. It begins by crossing underneath the railroad tracks at a tunnel built in 1929. You then roll through a series of hills with great… Learn more about Railroad Canyon
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Bonelli Landing
This 15-mile out-and-back trail ends at Bonelli Landing on Lake Mead. This road is maintained but not on a regular basis. There are open camping areas at the lake and a pit toilet. Excellent spot… Learn more about Bonelli Landing
Total Miles
7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
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