501

Trail 501 starts with an easy section but becomes progressively more challenging. It crosses the Rock Garden drainage trail (also known as Timbuk 1) and navigates over medium-sized rocks. The trail then climbs a steep 20-degree hill where 4WD low is recommended, especially in wet conditions, as slick surfaces and rutting can amplify the difficulty. Further along, loose rocks and breakover points can pose challenges for longer-wheelbase vehicles, with standing water occasionally adding to the difficulty after rain.