BLM SC103 North

Total Miles 3.8
Technical Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time Fall, Summer, Spring
Trail Type Full-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

Alternating between hard pack and soft sand at 1.5 to 2 vehicles wide, this route delivers beautiful views of the Eastern Sierras, the El Paso Mountains, and Red Rock Canyon State Park. Climbing high above the area and out of Dove Springs OHV riding area creates elevated vantage points across BLM and Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA land. The last section drops down into a heavily treed area that can flood after storms, creating hazardous conditions when wet. Ruts, off-camber sections, whoops, and washboards plunge up to 18 inches throughout, creating serious obstacles.

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Difficulty

Those ruts, off-camber sections, whoops, and washboards up to 18 inches are severe obstacles demanding high clearance and skilled navigation repeatedly. The combination of hard pack and soft sand requires constant traction adjustment. Climbing high creates steep grades, while the heavily treed area that can flood after storms becomes impassable when wet. Timing after rain matters critically for that final section. The up to 18-inch obstacles, combined with flood potential and steep climbing, earn this legitimate 4 rating. Four wheel drive and high clearance are essential.

Technical Rating

4

BLM SC103 North Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

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