Julian Drive
Total Miles
14.0
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type
Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Julian Drive, at its North end, intersects with US 95A (39.1609, -119.1922). At the South end, it intersects with Sunrise Pass, where the trail changes its name to Artesia Rd. Julian Drive is a graded dirt road and an easy drive. In places on the trail, there are a few embedded rocks, having been exposed by erosion, and two shallow water crossings. The elevation changes are gradual. You will see a few abandoned shacks along the way, and a small lake bed that is dry most of the year. On the East side of the trail is the Buckskin Range, and on the West side is the Pine Nut Mountains. From the Northeast and US 95A, Julian Drive is the route most travelers use to access Old Como Road and Sunrise Pass. It is a scenic drive with access to many trails running into both of the adjoining mountain ranges.
Photos of Julian Drive
Difficulty
A graded dirt road. Some surface degradation and two shallow water crossings.
Status Reports
Julian Drive can be accessed by the following ride types:
- High-Clearance 4x4
- SUV
- SxS (60")
- ATV (50")
- Dirt Bike
Julian Drive Map
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