Salsbury Lake Trail

Total Miles 4.5
Technical Rating
3 Easy
Best Time Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This short trail will take you along the Lost Creek Forest Service Road terminating at Salsbury Lake Recreation Site. The trail is well maintained for the majority of the trip, with some sections prone to large potholes. Expect loose rocks and steep sections throughout the trail with multiple water crossings on the way to Salisbury Lake; the water crossings are not more than 10-12 inches deep under normal circumstances. A 4x4 vehicle is required; stock rigs are very capable of traversing this route. The trail ends at Salisbury Lake, where there is space for setting up camp and enjoying the lake.

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Difficulty

Loose rock for lots of the steep sections of the forest service road, with some sections having small ruts. Water crossings are required with short, steep grades on either side of the creek. Some sections are prone to deep water pooling.

Technical Rating

3

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Lobos Overland
Sep 28, 2025
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Mike M
Sep 21, 2025
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trail was straight forward. until the last 1km. needed a spotter to safely navigate through the 100foot washout. last few km of the trail is narrow. so expect some pinstrips. Bunch of garbage at the lake/campsite. nice job losers

Salsbury Lake Trail Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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