FSR 1409

Total Miles
3.7

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This trail starts with a water crossing at Murray Creek. The creek bottom is all rocks. After crossing, there is a large camp area with a view of Murray Creek's waterfalls. Back on the trail are dirt and rocks with several large, long pools of water to drive through. There are some workarounds if needed. The bottoms are mostly rocks. The width is extended for one vehicle only; however, there are places to pull to the side to let others pass. You will cross Murray Creek again at a scenic spot. The trail continues with rocks and various pools of water until you cross the creek again one last time. There is a stretch where you navigate rocks of different sizes as if in a creek bed, including some as large as 6" tall. The last part of the trail is easy and more expansive and appears more maintained. You will come to the old Union School at the end.

Photos of FSR 1409

FSR 1409
FSR 1409

Difficulty

Dirt and rock road with shallow water crossings. Rock obstacles as much as 6" tall. Road is mostly one vehicle wide.

History

This trail ends with the old Union School. You are able to go inside and tour the building. This schoolhouse was originally built in 1886, but burned in 1928. It was rebuilt in 1929. Over the years, it deteriorated as the community declined. In 2009, volunteers restored the building and opened it for others to view.

Technical Rating

2

FSR 1409 can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

Starts as you cross Murray Creek and come upon the large campsite area.

FSR 1409 Map

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