U.S./XYZ Mine Road

Trail Overview

XYZ Mine Road is a straightforward gravel route leading to the historic XYZ Mine. The trail is wide with no obstacles, making it accessible for all skill levels. Expect a washboard surface in places and watch out for blind corners as you navigate the gentle terrain. During business hours this road is heavily traveled by large and heavy trucks, so please take caution. The road intersects with many trails leading off into the desert, and serves as a great access road to exploring the area. There is limited cell service in the area, so offline maps are recommended. The road's ease and charm make it a pleasant journey to its mining destination, where a bit of history awaits.

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Difficulty

This is a semi-maintained well traveled road, though it is not known how often it is graded. The frequent traffic of heavy trucks on this road (leading to and from the mine) can make it dusty, with some dangerous blind corners. Please take every precaution as heavy dust, fast moving large trucks, and blind corners can make this road more problematic than it needs to be. There is limited cell service in the area, so offline maps are recommended, as this road is a great access point for exploring the several other trails in the area.

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