Dirt Bike Trails
Near Philadelphia, Tennessee

This is a relatively easy gravel road to navigate. There are a few rocky areas and some ruts that may require some vehicle clearance. The road is two-way traffic, so watch as you go around curves. The views that you get while climbing are stunning. There are a few places to camp along the road and o...
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 297

This is a super easy two-track seasonal trail. This trail is only open from 10-1 to 12-18. Double-check the rules for this trail with Tellico Ranger District. It was open today with some off-shoots open as well. We didn't encounter any challenges really. The hunters run this trail both ways so be mi...
Learn more about Bark Camp- Lost Cove- Miller's Ridge

This is a well-maintained gravel Forest Service road. You do not need anything special to drive this road. You may see some deer. There is a bridge close to the end of the road that crosses a creek. There are a few spots where you can look out over the valleys and mountains, but you will need to vis...
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 220

This road begins right across from Tellico Beach, which is a great place to eat if you're in the Tellico area. The road starts with an easy climb with great views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. There are several level pull-offs along the road where you can disperse camp. There's cell sign...
Learn more about Old Furnace Road FSR 76

The trail to Waucheesi Bald is a gravel trail. The trail has been recently re-graveled. It is a two-way road so make sure you watch for oncoming traffic. The road will take you along Bald River and at the top of Waucheesi Bald is spectacular views, where we had lunch and spent the afternoon. For th...
Learn more about FR126 Waucheesi Bald

This is an easy trail that can be driven by any vehicle. There are a few places on the road to see some great views. Very peaceful drive through the woods. There are several places to disperse camp on this road. There is a bridge across a fairly large creek about 3/4 way to the end of the trail.
Learn more about Bullet Creek Ellis Creek 44

Campground Connector is a fun way of getting from Windrock Park's Campground to the general store on P1. Make the most of your time winding through the woods. This trail also requires a land use permit, so if you're just camping, then you would not be allowed to take this route. Be advised that it c...
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This trail takes you across the Cumberland Plateau. There are several tight sections through brush, as well as sections of open grasslands. The trail also has red clay mud sections and rocky ledges, with the worst areas having a bypass. There are a lot of side trails to explore. The entrance has a w...
Learn more about Catoosa Headrick Road

Trail 87 is an easy rider's favorite. This blue trail according to the Windrock Parks Trail difficulty system would fall into the simpler blue trails the park has to offer. It offers light washouts and gradual elevation changes. Trail 87 is accessible from G6 on the south end and finishes on Trail ...
Learn more about Trail 87 - Poplar Creek

Trail 23 will offer a pleasant and easy off-road experience for off-roaders of all skill levels. Nestled off of the long Trail 22 in Windrock Park, this trail provides a refreshing escape into nature without demanding advanced technical skills or equipment which takes you down to Indian Creek and Al...
Learn more about Trail G23 Windrock Park

This trail runs from North River Rd Shortcut - 216 to the Cherohala Skyway in the Cherokee National Forest. This trail is mainly dirt with some small rocks. It winds through clearings and forest. Beware that pinstriping is very likely in the spring-fall months. At around 2 miles in, you come across ...
Learn more about Mad Dog

Jeepers, get your badges! This Jeep Badge of Honor trail is on the easier side with three short rock step formations and mud holes. This trail also runs simultaneously with Trail G26, should you need a quick exit. Trail 26 runs downhill for the first two rock steps from the East to West. It is full ...
Learn more about Trail 26 - Rock Solid

This is a very easy and recently maintained gravel road. Safe for most 4WD and high-clearance 2WD vehicles. Lots of places to camp but you are required to camp in designated areas. There is no cell service (Verizon). There is a designated burn in the area so the smoke could be an issue. There is an ...
Learn more about North River Shortcut - 216

The trail is visibly marked and crosses paths with many other trails--a really nice slow climb winding up the small mountain. There are small to moderate mud holes, rocks 6-12 inches in size, and a couple of small rock ledges. There are harder and easier lines on the ledges. The views are amazing!
Learn more about Trail 2

P1 is one of the main trail access roads from the General Store Parking lot. As you go up the mountain, be cautious of oncoming traffic. Several areas of the paved road have deteriorated over time. Most places coming down the mountain have no shoulder, or the roadway has given way. On the right side...
Learn more about Trail P1

This is a great beginner's trail. It is about half gravel or pavement, with compacted dirt being the remaining bit. There are numerous large shallow puddles that pose no flood threat to any off-road vehicle. There are a few moderate obstacles that may require slow navigation, but the trail is wide e...
Learn more about Windrock P1/G1

G6 is a haul road that has a few small washouts and rock ledges. There are rocks along the trail up to 12 inches in size. This trail includes a long slow elevation change. There are many in and out trails along this route. The north end of this trail ends on New River Highway at a cemetery.
Learn more about G6

This fun trail gives insight into the area's natural wonders. These rock bluffs provide shelter to the caves beneath them, which you can go into if you are brave enough to explore them. The towering rock walls make mini-mountain ponds with lush moss patches and various fungi surrounding them. While ...
Learn more about 83 - American Knob Bypass

Trail 27- Kener Gap begins at the Rock Solid Pavilion at the end of Trail 26. This trail is much like its counterpart, but does not boast as many rock step formations. Expect more dirt roads with ruts and a minor rock bulge from the side of the trail. Water does quickly run off the mountain, and ha...
Learn more about Trail 27 - Kener Gap

This trail combines hills, rocks, ruts, and off-camber riding. The trail was re-routed in June of 2021 to avoid underlying boulders. Elevation changes rapidly in some areas. This trail has several muddy rock ledges that exceed 10-12" stair steps for a distance of up to 20' at a time. ATV riders will...
Learn more about Trail 22

This is a relatively easy gravel road to navigate. There are a few rocky areas and some ruts that may require some vehicle clearance. The road is two-way traffic, so watch as you go around curves. The views that you get while climbing are stunning. There are a few places to camp along the road and o...
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 297

This is a super easy two-track seasonal trail. This trail is only open from 10-1 to 12-18. Double-check the rules for this trail with Tellico Ranger District. It was open today with some off-shoots open as well. We didn't encounter any challenges really. The hunters run this trail both ways so be mi...
Learn more about Bark Camp- Lost Cove- Miller's Ridge

This is a well-maintained gravel Forest Service road. You do not need anything special to drive this road. You may see some deer. There is a bridge close to the end of the road that crosses a creek. There are a few spots where you can look out over the valleys and mountains, but you will need to vis...
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 220

This road begins right across from Tellico Beach, which is a great place to eat if you're in the Tellico area. The road starts with an easy climb with great views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. There are several level pull-offs along the road where you can disperse camp. There's cell sign...
Learn more about Old Furnace Road FSR 76

This is a relatively easy gravel road to navigate. There are a few rocky areas and some ruts that may require some vehicle clearance. The road is two-way traffic, so watch as you go around curves. The views that you get while climbing are stunning. There are a few places to camp along the road and o...
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 297

This is a super easy two-track seasonal trail. This trail is only open from 10-1 to 12-18. Double-check the rules for this trail with Tellico Ranger District. It was open today with some off-shoots open as well. We didn't encounter any challenges really. The hunters run this trail both ways so be mi...
Learn more about Bark Camp- Lost Cove- Miller's Ridge

This is a well-maintained gravel Forest Service road. You do not need anything special to drive this road. You may see some deer. There is a bridge close to the end of the road that crosses a creek. There are a few spots where you can look out over the valleys and mountains, but you will need to vis...
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 220

This road begins right across from Tellico Beach, which is a great place to eat if you're in the Tellico area. The road starts with an easy climb with great views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. There are several level pull-offs along the road where you can disperse camp. There's cell sign...
Learn more about Old Furnace Road FSR 76