Off-Road Trails in California

Discover off-road trails in California

Learn more about Beckwourth Tie Spur - NF23N03YB
Beckwourth Tie Spur - NF23N03YB

Beckwourth Tie Spur - NF23N03YB

Dirt Forest Service road accessing a network of roads climbing Beckwourth Mountain just outside of Portola, California. These roads are seldom maintained and are occasionally clogged with manzanita overgrowth. Pinstriping is likely. These roads start…
Learn more about Beckwourth Tie Spur - NF23N03YB
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Bedrock Mountain Loop
Bedrock Mountain Loop

Bedrock Mountain Loop

A moderately challenging loop around the bedrock mountains. There are many offshoots that are even more difficult; however, this one is a nice moderate way around the hill. There are good long climbs and some…
Learn more about Bedrock Mountain Loop
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Bender Alley/Tinbenders
Bender Alley/Tinbenders

Bender Alley/Tinbenders

When you turn right off Wrecking Ball, you will see the plaque rock for Tinbender. There are optional lines, but in general, this trail is not as hard as Wrecking Ball. The view from the…
Learn more about Bender Alley/Tinbenders
Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Benson Lake Loop
Benson Lake Loop

Benson Lake Loop

This single vehicle-wide sandy trail is full of lots of very deep sand and washboards throughout. The route starts at the base of open dispersed camping and heads east, beginning narrow before the trail gets…
Learn more about Benson Lake Loop
Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Berdoo Canyon
Berdoo Canyon

Berdoo Canyon

Wind your way up this canyon that is primarily sand and small rocks. There are a few extra credit options that do have bypasses, except for one or two obstacles at the end. Anything other…
Learn more about Berdoo Canyon
Total Miles
13.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Berm Trail
Berm Trail

Berm Trail

Riding on top of an engineered berm, below Fossil Hill. Near the Reward mine, below the Inyo Mountains. Only 3.2 miles, average speed 15 miles per hour, and took under 15 minutes. There is a…
Learn more about Berm Trail
Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring
Learn more about Berry Creek
Berry Creek

Berry Creek

Berry Creek is a 2.2-mile-long moderate dirt bike trail in the Mount Hough trail system. From the west end, it starts off flowy and flat along an old shelf, going through a shaded corridor. It…
Learn more about Berry Creek
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Berry Creek Tie
Berry Creek Tie

Berry Creek Tie

This is a short connector trail in the Mount Hough trail system. The south end starts across from the Fireline trail, and after .6 miles it joins the Berry Creek Trail. It's overall very easy…
Learn more about Berry Creek Tie
Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Big Boulder
Big Boulder

Big Boulder

Big Boulder is a fun and moderately easy singletrack near Downieville that is also popular for downhill mountain bikers. It drops over 1,500 feet in 3 miles from north to south. The trail has several…
Learn more about Big Boulder
Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Big Creek Fire Road - North - FS 5S048
Big Creek Fire Road - North - FS 5S048

Big Creek Fire Road - North - FS 5S048

Big Creek Fire Road - North (FS 5S048) is the northern twin of a route severed by private property boundaries, but don't let the interruption stop you--this section is a prime gateway to the high…
Learn more about Big Creek Fire Road - North - FS 5S048
Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Creek Fire Road - South - FS 5S048
Big Creek Fire Road - South - FS 5S048

Big Creek Fire Road - South - FS 5S048

Big Creek Fire Road - South (FS 5S048) is the rugged, rebellious twin to the northern section, severed by the same private property line but offering a distinctly punchier experience. Starting as a spur off…
Learn more about Big Creek Fire Road - South - FS 5S048
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Hill Lookout
Big Hill Lookout

Big Hill Lookout

This trail circumnavigates the Big Hill fire lookout tower. Make sure to pop up the short road to the lookout as this provides dramatic 360 views of the surrounding gorgeous wilderness, and there is an…
Learn more about Big Hill Lookout
Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big John Flat
Big John Flat

Big John Flat

The trail starts as a well maintained dirt road. About a 3 miles into the trail, the dirt is softer and the trail thins to one vehicle wide. There are two hill climbs that will…
Learn more about Big John Flat
Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Big Johnson
Big Johnson

Big Johnson

Big Johnson consists of two parts, upper and lower Big Johnson. Lower Big Johnson is the easier of the two, with Upper Big Johnson being just slightly more challenging. Both trails are fun and targeted…
Learn more about Big Johnson
Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Big Pine to Silver Canyon
Big Pine to Silver Canyon

Big Pine to Silver Canyon

Hard Pack dirt with small water crossings and mud holes the trail runs close to the Owens River so there is plenty of fishing, a small freshwater pond for summer swimming, plenty of off-grid camping…
Learn more about Big Pine to Silver Canyon
Total Miles
20.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Sandy - FS 6S007
Big Sandy - FS 6S007

Big Sandy - FS 6S007

Big Sandy (FS 6S007) is a diverse and dynamic journey that evolves with every mile. Starting near Fish Camp, the route begins as a well-maintained road that hugs the riverbank, initially guiding you through the…
Learn more about Big Sandy - FS 6S007
Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Spring Road West - FS 31083
Big Spring Road West - FS 31083

Big Spring Road West - FS 31083

This off-road route, accessed from Highway 89 about 10 miles from the 395 junction, offers a scenic and steadily more rugged adventure into the Sierra backcountry. The trail begins with a sandy dirt surface, scattered…
Learn more about Big Spring Road West - FS 31083
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Spring Spur Road
Big Spring Spur Road

Big Spring Spur Road

Big Spring Spur Road is a scenic dirt route in the Toiyabe National Forest, accessed from Highway 89, about 7.5 miles west of the Highway 395/89 Junction. This rugged path takes you through open meadows,…
Learn more about Big Spring Spur Road
Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Big Springs East
Big Springs East

Big Springs East

The trail starts just off the 89. It starts off as an easy dirty road then winds its way through grassy meadows. As the trail climbs it gets a little harder. Things change as you…
Learn more about Big Springs East
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Big Springs Road FS 32E601
Big Springs Road FS 32E601

Big Springs Road FS 32E601

This scenic sand and gravel trail begins at Big Springs Campground and serves as a well-traveled connector into some of the Eastern Sierra's most iconic destinations, including Indiana Summit Natural Area, Bald Mountain Lookout, Alpers…
Learn more about Big Springs Road FS 32E601
Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
1...9101112131415161718...92

ATV trails in California

Learn more about 10M29
10M29

10M29

This is one of only a few ATV options in the Mount Hough Trail System. It starts near the Mount Hough Trailhead on the north end at a marked entrance, and descends down several wide…
Learn more about 10M29
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about 11E19
11E19

11E19

11E19 is a 0.7-mile-long ATV trail with a red dirt surface winding through a forest of sugar pines. The route is wide and mostly gradual, with only a couple of very small rolling hills. It…
Learn more about 11E19
Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 11E19-D10
11E19-D10

11E19-D10

11E19-D10 is an easy ATV spur trail measuring just under half a mile long, often ridden together with 11E19 and D20 near Brimstone Campground. The trail allows two-way traffic with decent visibility, and it is…
Learn more about 11E19-D10
Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 11E19-D20
11E19-D20

11E19-D20

11E19-D20 is a 0.9-mile-long, easy ATV trail that runs mostly gradual with a few hairpin turns. The route passes through a mix of environments, with some sections more lush and lined with leafy Pacific dogwoods,…
Learn more about 11E19-D20
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
12345678910...263

UTV/side-by-side trails in California

Learn more about 24W09.24
24W09.24

24W09.24

This is apart of Ballinger OHV. Considered desert highlands that has junipers, pinyon pines and scrub brush. Trail 24 (24W09.24) is the main trail that ranges between sandy and hard pack and potentially muddy sections.…
Learn more about 24W09.24
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N26
3N26

3N26

Trail head starts on Angeles Crest Highway at the Vincent Gap Turnout. It is a very short trail that leads to a locked gate at Jackson Flat Camping Area. The scenery during this trail consists…
Learn more about 3N26
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

The trail starts at the third quarter into marked trail 3N26. There is shade for more than half of the trail from mature tree and a hillside for the majority of the trail. During certain…
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3S120
3S120

3S120

This sandy trail takes you through the Inyo National Forest. It climbs just over 400 feet in just under two miles. There are many downed trees to navigate around. This trail is part of the…
Learn more about 3S120
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
12345678910...244

The onX Offroad Difference

onX Offroad combines trail photos, descriptions, difficulty ratings, width restrictions, seasonality, and more in a user-friendly interface. Available on all devices, with offline access and full compatibility with CarPlay and Android Auto. Discover what you’re missing today!