483

Trail Overview

This is one of the longer trails through the Red Spring Pass trail system. The entire route is moderate difficulty, with frequent short climbs and descents that are full of loose baby head-sized rocks. Expect ruts, steep spots, and moderate rock obstacles. The south end of the trail is more gradual and easier, as the trail winds through rocky ravines and washes and over rolling desert hilltops. There are bigger velvet mesquite trees lower in the washes providing some shade, but more sun exposure as it climbs north. It crosses several sandy washes, but the trail is well defined and easy to follow as it enters and exits the wash. There are a few signs from the locals that maintain the trails - the lower half is referred to as "John's Trail", while the northern half is known as the "Goat Trail." The northern half of the trail is steeper and becomes more difficult and even rockier. Some of the climbs become more demanding and tiring as the loose rock surface is relentless. It has some steeper switchbacks, deeper ruts, and short rock ledges. Near the intersection with 484, the trail rides past a big pond - Coyote Tank, riding on a little ridge elevated above the water. The last section between 484 and 482 is the rockiest and most difficult.

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Difficulty

The entire route is of moderate difficulty, with frequent short climbs and descents that are full of loose baby head-sized rocks. Expect ruts, steep spots, and moderate rock obstacles. The loose rocky terrain is physically demanding.

Technical Rating

483 can be accessed by the following ride types:

• Dirt Bike