Saddle Mountains offer several thousand acres of BLM off-road riding, with more roads in the area open to OHVs. Steep slopes and cliffs, narrow ravines with hill climbs and rocky slopes, with sandy washes make… Learn more about Saddle Mountains
Total Miles
15
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp
Wild Horse Monument
This is a relatively easy trail that takes you beyond the Wild Horse Monument and into BLM land. Overall, this is a GREAT trail to learn the basics of off-roading in a fun and safe… Learn more about Wild Horse Monument
Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Saddle Mountains Racetrack
Home of the old 100-mile Enduro Race, some of the racetrack is still usable on the south slopes of the Saddle Mountains near Mattawa, WA. The eastern end of the circuit is now fenced off… Learn more about Saddle Mountains Racetrack
Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp
Douglas Creek Creekside Campsite
This trail is gorgeous and features views unique to eastern Washington. There are a few shallow water crossings and some light mud. Some of the water crossings in the area have large rocks, so take… Learn more about Douglas Creek Creekside Campsite
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Frenchman Coulee Tour
Most travelers explore the south side of Frenchman Coulee and completely overlook the solitude of the north side. The spur trails lead you to various vantage points along the coulee rim. Each of those spurs… Learn more about Frenchman Coulee Tour
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Cayuse Creek Cruise
Cayuse Creek Cruise is the route that takes you from Pumphouse, east, down to the Columbia River. From the river, you can break off north or south for further adventuring. The route has an off-camber… Learn more about Cayuse Creek Cruise
Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Jackknife Ridge Road
Jackknife Ridge Road takes you from the Columbia River at Whiskey Dick Creek, up and over Jackknife Ridge. This recorded route ends at Skookumchuck Creek, which may or may not be passible depending on the… Learn more about Jackknife Ridge Road
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Duffy Creek Overlook
The Duffy Creek route takes you across some of the most scenic BLM land in central Washington. Most of the route overlooks the stunning Waterville Plateau. The route eventually descends into Duffy Creek; however, that… Learn more about Duffy Creek Overlook
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi
Pumphouse Valley
The L.T. Murray Wildlife Area, Whiskey Dick Unit is closed to motor vehicles from February 1st to May 1st for Elk migrations. This shrubsteppe habitat provides great views of the Wild Horse Wind Farm, Columbia… Learn more about Pumphouse Valley
Total Miles
7.3
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Naneum Ridge State Forest Day Trip
This length of the trail was primarily dirt and gravel, however, there were multiple sections of slushy snow remaining on the main trails. Directly on the main train was a snow block that was deemed… Learn more about Naneum Ridge State Forest Day Trip
Total Miles
35.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su
Windfarm Adventure
This easy gravel road takes you through the Puget Sound Energy Wild Horse Wind Farm. A typical passenger car can handle this section with ease. Starting at the closed gate (season dependent), on the keypad,… Learn more about Windfarm Adventure
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Quilomene Ridge Road
This route is a continuation of Quiomene Ridge Road. The trail combines dirt, loose rocks with scattered mud puddles. All the mud puddles we traversed were up to one foot deep. The trail is much… Learn more about Quilomene Ridge Road
Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Quilomene Ridge Road Part 2
This section of Quilomene Ridge Road is nice and wide so that it can handle two-way traffic. The road is mostly dirt and rock with scattered mud puddles to play in. If you prefer a… Learn more about Quilomene Ridge Road Part 2
Total Miles
11.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Whiskey Dick Scenic Overlook Trail
This is an extremely rough rocky dirt road. The road goes by several different reservoirs and dams. It has very scenic views from on top of a ridge line looking down at the Columbia River… Learn more about Whiskey Dick Scenic Overlook Trail
Total Miles
13
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Washington Backcountry Discovery Route - Section 4
The Washington Backcountry Discovery Route (WABDR) is a trail that runs from Canada to Oregon, initially designed for adventure and dual-sport motorcycles as well as 4X4 vehicles. This trail covers most of section 4. Unfortunately,… Learn more about Washington Backcountry Discovery Route - Section 4
Total Miles
49.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
FR 2045 - Loup Loup Canyon Road
This route is a part of the WABDR (Section 5) and is therefore often trafficked by ADV riders. Please use caution. The trail from Highway 20 begins as a gentle and easy dirt road -… Learn more about FR 2045 - Loup Loup Canyon Road
Total Miles
14.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Hungry Mountain
The Hungry Mountain Trail begins 1 mile west of the Methow River, where Gold Creek Road meets Forest Service Road 4330/South Fork Gold Creek. The easy-going route is made up of gravel, crushed granite, and… Learn more about Hungry Mountain
Total Miles
12.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Rattlesnake
Paved road from staging to Rattlesnake Rd turnoff, then gravel and two-track road around the route, until the final paved segment of Scatter Creek Rd back to the staging area. Some portions of the route… Learn more about Rattlesnake
Total Miles
17
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Durr Road to Umtanum Creek Camp
Although this trail is a fairly short drive from Ellensburg, you will soon feel like you've been transported to the old west. Once you leave the paved Umtanum Road and get onto Durr Road you… Learn more about Durr Road to Umtanum Creek Camp
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Blag Mountain
The Blag Mountain Trail is a gem that caters to both seasoned adventurers and novice explorers seeking a thrilling yet accessible off-roading experience. What sets this trail apart is its versatility, accommodating 2WD vehicles without… Learn more about Blag Mountain
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Swan Lake 2
A combination of paved and gravel roads through forested and open rural country side. The route is designed to transit either to or from Republic to the Swan Lake region which is a popular recreation… Learn more about Swan Lake 2
Total Miles
28.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Swan Lake 1
This is one of several short loop rides in a popular camping/recreation area of Ferry County. Scatter Creek Rd is paved into the Swan Lake campground area, but the remaining roads on the route are… Learn more about Swan Lake 1
Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
North Fork Gold Creek
The North Fork Gold Creek trail begins 7.25 miles from Highway 153 at the junction with Buttermilk-Libby Road. This easy route is made up of gravel and crushed granite and travels almost entirely through the… Learn more about North Fork Gold Creek
Total Miles
12
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su
Hillside Strangler
Off the beaten path. This off-camber trail is short and a little technical. It leads to a nice secluded camp site at the base of a sunny hill. Very rutted from erosion. Stay to the… Learn more about Hillside Strangler
Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Top of the World
This trail leads to an amazing 360 degree view campsite with a fire pit. Easy dirt trail leading to a small hill climb up to the viewpoint. This trail may have some loose rocks and… Learn more about Top of the World
Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Umptatum Ridge Road
Umtanum ridge road is a dirt road with a few deep rutted sections. There are multiple switchbacks as you continue up the hills and as you come down. There is a small bridge crossing with… Learn more about Umptatum Ridge Road
Total Miles
12.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Sheep Mtn
Gravel road for the most part, with occasional dirt/muddy areas, depending on weather. Easy ride, gentle pitches. Learn more about Sheep Mtn
Total Miles
9.8
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
View for Days
Slow meandering trail through trees and snow. This trail leads to other spur trails off this one. Very wet during spring and early summer. Standing water and snow cover some of this trail. Fairly easy… Learn more about View for Days
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Lower Buck Mountain
From Highway 20, this is the route to take to reach Buck Mountain/Fire lookout tower. The trail begins as a nice wide two-track that weaves and winds its way up through the Loup Loup National… Learn more about Lower Buck Mountain
Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Sunday Stroll
Easy drive through this trail. Seasonal trail only as the trail head is blocked with snow from the approach road being plowed. Easy dirt/gravel road without any major obstructions. You will find a few view… Learn more about Sunday Stroll
Total Miles
10.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su
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