Trail Overview
B&S Ditch - FS 18-018 is a single-track dirt spur that branches off Bowman Lake Road in Tahoe National Forest, running out and back on a gentle downhill grade. The trail passes beneath a set of overhead power lines early on, then meets a stretch of manageable rock obstacles as it continues down toward a dispersed campsite with a fire ring around 0.3 miles, offering room for two vehicles. A second similar camp spot with its own fire ring appears at 0.5 miles, also with space for two vehicles. From there, the rocky downhill continues to a natural stopping point further along the route, with room to turn around before heading back out the way it came.
Difficulty
Rated a 2, this trail stays approachable throughout, with a handful of manageable rock obstacles scattered along the gentle downhill grade rather than anything technical. The rocky sections call for some care in line choice, and the gentle continuous downhill means a bit more attention on the way back up, but nothing here requires specialized clearance or technical placement.
