Jake Golightly
Sep 27, 2026
2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
Open
DustyRough/Deteriorated
Departed about 8am from the conservation camp. Moving east to west along the trail was slow going, but manageable. My jeep is practically factory height, with no lockers. Being a 6 speed manual, I floated mostly in 4 low between 2nd and third to keep torque moving, without chasing gears. Trail conditions are rocky, rough with some washes crossing or flowing along the trail. Moving slow, but picking a lines makes it a pretty stress free drive. Areas that cross the dry creek have some larger boulders pulled up. I did have to roll some to keep from bashing in my under carriage. Further west you go, the trail gets more rough until you’re about 2 miles from I17. Some steep climbs and switch backs with washouts, but again just makes it for slow going.
Abe
Sep 19, 2026
2026 Toyota Tacoma
Open
Muddy/WetDusty
VERY long. It took us about 4 hours to cover the trail. There are 4 or 5 sections where you definitely need a spotter if you are inexperience. Need to know how to maneuver properly over rocks because it will mess up your car.
Kendall Goo
Sep 18, 2026
Open
Muddy/WetRough/Deteriorated
Traveled route east to west. I can’t imagine doing it the opposite way. A solid 8/10. I had a 2026 BMW R12 G/S. Trail was rain rutted from the storm. Deep ravines across every uphill and downhill. Washes and drains were barren of sand and sediment with rock gardens galore. I saw a jeep and a couple SxS’s. I can’t imagine how they made it as the road was treacherous. The further west I got the rougher it got. Nothing but miles of up hills and downhill hills of slate and eroded sandstone. The river crossings were about ankle high on the bike. Definitely hardest trail I’ve done, given my weapon of choice. Harder than back road to CK I’d say. My bike got hammered. And there were several big deep mud holes. The rock gardens were prominent and the worst I’ve seen around here. Great views, but I wouldn’t do it again. Especially for “fun”.
John Santoro
Sep 13, 2026
2024 Toyota Tacoma
Open
The first third of that trail coming in from the i17 is pretty nuts! that climb is a challenge if you’re solo but if you just take your time and use your brain, it’s no biggie, completed the trail in about 3 hours so it’s a long one. I would say 35s or larger are recommended for the initial climb and descent, 33s are a maybe if you’re smart at picking lines, and anything smaller than a 33 seems like a death sentence in my opinion
Thomas Turner
Sep 13, 2026
2020 Ford F250 super duty
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
Started from the West with 5 vehicles, lost one to engine trouble before the first big obstacle, thankfully! Moved through the trail in a 2020 F250 with a leveling lift and skid plates. Very rough and lots of rocks to work around with a full size. This trail is very scenic, with plenty of views of mountains and valleys. Terrain is manageable but use caution on the big climbs.
Brock shives
Sep 12, 2026
2000 Toyota Tundra
Open
Muddy/Wet
It was 20 miles and 4+ hours. Kinda scary!
Chris McCoy
Jul 18, 2026
2023 Ford bronco
Open
NormalDustyMuddy/WetRough/Deteriorated
Rock garden is gone. Fresh dirt from work being done.
Kevin Lentini
Jun 28, 2026
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
NormalRough/Deteriorated
I traveled from West to East. Most of the trail was a 6 or lower in my opinion. There was one specific climb where I was concerned, 6/7. It was difficult to get through the climb; there was no clear line, but going forward was safer than backing down the incline. After that stretch, it was easily negotiable. Much work has been done on the overall trail. Just watch out for one climb about 2 miles in from the West.
Thomas Ascherl
Apr 24, 2026
2022 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Started from i17 side was pretty washed out and big rocks . The rock garden section has been flattened and widened . The trail took a total of 2:50 to do it all with like 20mins worth of stoping
Jon Steffen
Apr 12, 2026
Open
Normal
Went west to east and the first half was pretty bumpy and eroded. A couple climbs that will challenge most stock 4x4s. Recommend a lift and 35’s to get through without too much trouble. After the halfway point the trail has been graded and its smooth sailing, even for a Toyota.
Les Alex
Apr 07, 2026
2024 Kawasaki KLX 230S
Open
NormalWashboard
Cooler temps in the morning. Not too dusty with the light showers past couple days. Western River crossing was 2-6” (no photo). Included photo is the crossing further east and was about 4” average.
New: US Forest service is smoothing/grading the road moving westbound. I encountered a bulldozer and pickup truck about the halfway point. While the smoothness and lack of ruts are appreciated, the disturbed, deep/soft dirt slowed down my dual sport for a couple miles until I reached solid road where grading was not needed. They said they would be there for a couple weeks working. Appreciate their efforts!
Jim Magnuson
Mar 05, 2026
2016 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
Traveled east to west. Trail becomes more challenging in the middle. Steep inclines, rock gardens with basketball size rocks, deep ruts that will max your articulation. Good spotting and a moderate lift recommended. Stock 4x4’s can make it but will drag on several spots. OnX rated 6, we all agreed a 7 rating is more appropriate. Ranching in the area so watch out for cattle on the road.
Jeremy R
Feb 25, 2026
Open
Normal
Super washed out. Still passable but, lots of sharp rocks. I was surprised I didn’t pop any tires with my 9,500lb beast. I didn’t get any photos of the worst parts. Just come prepared and or with buddies. I wasn’t and feel kinda lucky I didn’t have any problems. Beautiful trail nonetheless.
Travis G
Feb 21, 2026
2019 Ford F-Series
Open
Pretty easy. Just sitting on 3in lift and 35s aired down. Bumped my sliders around. My only difficulty with a full size pick up long bed was banging and scuffing the sliders occasionally and scuffed a rim. Was a beautiful and scenic. I don’t think the trail was that difficult
4R Wrld Instagram
Feb 19, 2026
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
Last time I did this was December 2025 but man how this trail has changed in the last year. 4Runner Full 33s, 2.5" lift, high clearance rear bumper and despite picking the best lines, I was constantly hitting and scraping skids and sliders, clipped the bumper and slashed 2 sidewalls on my E load Mud terrains (Only 13k miles on them) 18 miles in leaving me stranded for hours. A year prior to this I had managed with minimal scrapage but the storms this last year made this trail unrecognizable. You can do it with 31s-33s and a decent lift but expect to hit a lot even with good tire placement. Make sure you have a way to get help before heading out as there is no signal in the area. And lastly, do NOT attempt this trail past 4pm. The boulder field is not of worry as people have moved most of the large boulders to the side of the trail your biggest worry on this trail are the sharp rocks and I would not attempt this trail with older tires.
