Backdoor

Total Miles 0.1
Technical Rating
10 Extreme
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type High-Clearance 4x4 Trail
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Trail Overview

Nice and close to camp Backdoor is an icon in Johnson Valley. The Backdoor is more or less one big ledge to climb on a short trail. Backdoor has been dug out over the years and as of the writing of this description much of it is down to bedrock and shouldn't get deeper. Backdoor and Chocolate Thunder are the two main spots for crowds to gather during King of the Hammers. Hang out here on a busy night and you're bound to see some carnage and some rollovers. There are harder obstacles in the valley but this is the easy one to access and easy access brings the crowds. If you go to spectate be careful where you stand because horsepower, bouncing offline, rollovers, and near saves are just a few reasons to keep a safe distance.

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Difficulty

One big ledge is all that stands between you and the top.

Technical Rating

10

Backdoor Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance

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