Chappo Spring (BLM AR2350)

Total Miles
6.1

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This trail connects Chappo Spring, California, to California Highway 127 near Tecopa Hot Springs. It covers some unique terrain, including gravel washes and loamy soils. Since this route follows desert washes, the trail can be hard to follow at times. It is clearly marked with BLM signs about every quarter mile. The washes can change after storms, so watch for sudden drops caused by erosion. This is one of 2 trails to Chappo Spring, the other is BLM AR2334. This is the easier trail of the two. Chappo Spring has some old cabins and an active spring with some swampy areas and palm trees. This area gets very hot in the summer.

Photos of Chappo Spring (BLM AR2350)

Chappo Spring (BLM AR2350)
Chappo Spring (BLM AR2350)

Difficulty

Loamy washes can be a challenge on motorcycles. Erosion can cause sudden drops.

Technical Rating

3

Chappo Spring (BLM AR2350) can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

Access Description

The trail starts from Highway 127 between Tecopa Hot Springs Road and Furnace Creek Washington Road. The entry from Highway 127 is very hard to see, so pay close attention to the East side of Highway 127.

Chappo Spring (BLM AR2350) Map

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