485

Total Miles
2.6

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Winter, Spring, Fall

Trail Type

Single Track

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This is a fun, rocky, moderate single track through the Red Spring Pass trail system. The locals' signs refer to it as the "Stage" Trail, as it is the closest trail to the staging area, starting on Sardina Canyon Road and connecting to the easy trail 486. From the west end, it crosses a rocky wash and winds through curvy mesquite trees, winding along the rolling low hills. The trail is very curvy, with frequent sharp turns through the trees. The surface is frequently covered in small baby head rocks, making it more physically demanding. There are notable moderate rock obstacles that are jagged rock ledges, sometimes during narrow and exposed segments of the trail. There are beautiful rocky outcroppings and cliffs in all directions, providing a really scenic riding experience. There are frequent trail markers as well, making it easy to follow the route. Expect short, rocky climbs that are loose and steep, and similar descents.

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Difficulty

This trail is intermediate difficulty as it is constantly full of loose rocks and short, steep climbs that make it more physically demanding and technically difficult. There are narrow and exposed sections of side hilling, as well as moderate rock ledge obstacles that are off-camber and loose.

Technical Rating

5

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

485 can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

There is an official staging area for the Red Spring Pass dirt bike trails four miles into Sardina Canyon Road (684). Enter Sardina Canyon at the Hunter Access Point from the Interstate 19 Frontage Road (exit the highway at Chavez Siding Road). The staging area is a large dirt parking lot with space for several vehicles and small trailers. There is a map and information kiosk, and two picnic tables. Overnight camping is not allowed in this lot; however, there are numerous dispersed camping spots along Sardina Canyon Road. The road in is very slow going and bumpy, with lots of loose rock and ruts, ideal mostly for high clearance 4x4 vehicles. This area gets used for illegal immigration - use caution and expect to see border patrol in the area.

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