North-South Low Cross

Total Miles 5.5
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Trail Type Full-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

Beginning from the south and heading north, this off-road trail is initially faint and easy to miss, marked by minimal use and soft, sandy terrain about 2-3 inches deep. Roughly 100 yards to the west, a more defined fork joins the same route, offering a slightly clearer entry point. As you progress, the trail becomes modestly more apparent but remains a low-traffic utility road rather than a scenic route. The surrounding desert landscape is composed primarily of low- to mid-height vegetation, dotted with unique small cacti that add character to the otherwise functional path. The trail intersects with several faint side roads before ultimately connecting with a more prominent east-west route.

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Difficulty

Other than the sandy stretches, this route is not particularly difficult in dry conditions. It's a narrow, single-vehicle track where 4WD and the ability to air down tires are recommended due to changing sand conditions in this remote area.

Technical Rating

2

North-South Low Cross Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

North-South Low Cross Map

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