Off-Road Trails in California

Discover off-road trails in California

Learn more about 11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail
11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail

11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail

11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail is an 11.6-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Trabuco Ranger District. Lusardi Truck Trail ascends the Carney Canyon between the Black Butte (west) and…
Learn more about 11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail
Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 11S04 Black Mountain
11S04 Black Mountain

11S04 Black Mountain

11S04 Black Mountain is a 10.8-mile out-and-back located in the Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Ranger District. This is a limited-use trail restricted to street-legal vehicles. The trail is rated 3 of 10 but has the…
Learn more about 11S04 Black Mountain
Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 15S05 La Posta Truck Trail
15S05 La Posta Truck Trail

15S05 La Posta Truck Trail

15S05 La Posta Truck Trail is a 7.6-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. This trail is usually run in conjunction with Fred Canyon to create…
Learn more about 15S05 La Posta Truck Trail
Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road
15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road

15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road

15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road is a 4.6-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. The trail to the top is a full 6.8 miles, but due to…
Learn more about 15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road
Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 16E08 Las Chiches
16E08 Las Chiches

16E08 Las Chiches

Las Chiches is a short trail rated as difficult because of its steep inclines. There are incredible views as you traverse the ridge line in La Panza Range within Los Padres National Forest. The trail…
Learn more about 16E08 Las Chiches
Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 16S08 Fred Canyon Road
16S08 Fred Canyon Road

16S08 Fred Canyon Road

16S08 Fred Canyon Road is a 6.1-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. This trail is usually run in conjunction with Fred Canyon to create a…
Learn more about 16S08 Fred Canyon Road
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter
Learn more about 1N03C
1N03C

1N03C

This trail is a side spur trail off of the Log Cabin Mine Ridge Trail. The trail takes you to a spot with 360 views of Mono Lake, the surrounding Eastern Sierra Peaks, and into…
Learn more about 1N03C
Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 1N09 City Creek Trail
1N09 City Creek Trail

1N09 City Creek Trail

A long overland trail with plenty of recreational activities such as site-specific shooting areas, yellow post campsites and creek crossings. This is a well-maintained dirt road with some minor ruts, rocks and shallow creek crossings.…
Learn more about 1N09 City Creek Trail
Total Miles
22.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 24W09.24
24W09.24

24W09.24

This is apart of Ballinger OHV. Considered desert highlands that has junipers, pinyon pines and scrub brush. Trail 24 (24W09.24) is the main trail that ranges between sandy and hard pack and potentially muddy sections.…
Learn more about 24W09.24
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail
2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail

2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail

2N40 Cloudland is a short but beautiful trail with great views of San Bernardino and the mountains beyond. It is doable in 2WD during dry conditions, but 4WD may be required when wet. Closures can…
Learn more about 2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail
Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 2N71
2N71

2N71

During dry seasons, Blue Quartz 2N71 is a beautiful dirt road with ample tree coverage and plenty of spots to stop and enjoy the scenery. Sections of the trail allow for dispersed camping with views…
Learn more about 2N71
Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 395 Overlook
395 Overlook

395 Overlook

This short trail takes you high above the 395 and other surrounding valleys. It offers beautiful views of Mammoth Mountain and other Eastern Sierra Peaks. There is also a nice view of the airport. Stunning…
Learn more about 395 Overlook
Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about 3N06A Cold Water Canyon
3N06A Cold Water Canyon

3N06A Cold Water Canyon

A very fun trail, nestled in the canyons off Lytle Creek Road. The trail starts easy, then becomes moderate-difficult as you ascend deeper into the mountains. There are spectacular views throughout the trail, and as…
Learn more about 3N06A Cold Water Canyon
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3N07A - The Squeeze Trail
3N07A - The Squeeze Trail

3N07A - The Squeeze Trail

The Squeeze Trail (3N07A) is a 1.4-mile trail that winds its way in between 3N32 Union Flat and 3N07 Van Dusen Creek. It is comprised of many tight turns around large rocks and trees, rocky…
Learn more about 3N07A - The Squeeze Trail
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3N26
3N26

3N26

Trail head starts on Angeles Crest Highway at the Vincent Gap Turnout. It is a very short trail that leads to a locked gate at Jackson Flat Camping Area. The scenery during this trail consists…
Learn more about 3N26
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

The trail starts at the third quarter into marked trail 3N26. There is shade for more than half of the trail from mature tree and a hillside for the majority of the trail. During certain…
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
8 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N69 Gold Mountain
3N69 Gold Mountain

3N69 Gold Mountain

An excellent Jeep trail filled with rock obstacles that vary in size from small to large. A technically challenging trail that's perfect for all rigs with 4x4 and high clearance. Any stock 4x4 can complete…
Learn more about 3N69 Gold Mountain
Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak
3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak

3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak

The Main Divide is composed of 3 sections, all of which are easy going trails that can be done with any high clearance 4x4 or a low clearance AWD vehicle with care. This trail offers…
Learn more about 3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak
Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3S08F
3S08F

3S08F

This very short track takes you through the Inyo National Forest. It has various dispersed camped spots but can be a challenge to reach. There are also some narrow spots with sharp manzanita trees to…
Learn more about 3S08F
Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about 3S120
3S120

3S120

This sandy trail takes you through the Inyo National Forest. It climbs just over 400 feet in just under two miles. There are many downed trees to navigate around. This trail is part of the…
Learn more about 3S120
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 43

The onX Offroad Difference

onX Offroad combines trail photos, descriptions, difficulty ratings, width restrictions, seasonality, and more in a user-friendly interface. Available on all devices, with offline access and full compatibility with CarPlay and Android Auto. Discover what you’re missing today!