El Tepetate

Branching off Dos Ranchos Road, this trail descends onto a well-maintained northwest-bound route frequently traveled by local vehicles. The terrain consists primarily of mid-height desert vegetation, with a light covering of sand--typically around two to three inches deep. Along the way, a fork to the right offers an easier northern path, but continuing straight leads to a smooth ride until reaching the outskirts of a ranch. Upon descending into the Arroyo past the Ranch, the trail becomes significantly more challenging, with a deep silt bed cutting through a wide arroyo. Airing down or engaging 4WD may be necessary here. Beyond the arroyo, the road intersects with a lesser-traveled route, where a left turn leads toward the coast and a right connects to more frequently used trails.