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.

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Difficulty

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

Technical Rating

Ryan Cisek

Nov 26, 2025

Open

Started from SR178 and when we reached the washes, it was too wet/muddy to pass. Almost got stuck. I would not advise trying until it dries out.