Loop 2

Total Miles
6.7

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Single Track

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Loop 2 is a long, but easy, single track within the Foresthill OHV System. There aren't any major rock obstacles throughout the 7-mile route, but there are lots of tight twisty turns, a few logs down that you have to ride over, and some small climbs and easy switchbacks that keep it interesting. The switchbacks are wide and gradual, but sometimes deep silt. This trail goes through really dusty and dry terrain, especially in the summer. Although it goes through a pretty open forest, the trail feels a bit tighter in the trees with frequent tight turns. It has some shelfier sections as well, with mild exposure, as it goes along shelfy hillsides. The trail remains a comfortable width throughout - not too narrow during the shelfy sections. Expect a bit more climbing and more elevation change over the 7 miles, gaining and losing about 800 feet throughout the route. At one point, it crosses over a wooden bridge over Forbes Creek, which was dry in summer but could be fuller in wetter months. The north end connects to Tie 2-1 and ends on Loop 1.

Photos of Loop 2

Loop 2
Loop 2

Difficulty

This is an easy single track as it doesn't have any major obstacles, and is generally not very rocky, but it does have some shelfier sections and a few more climbing sections compared to the easier trails in the trail system. Despite the length of the trail, it is still ideal for less experienced riders.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

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Loop 2 can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

The Foresthill OHV Trail System is a popular ATV and dirt bike trail system in the Tahoe National Forest, which can be accessed from several staging areas: Sugar Pine, Parker Flat, or Brimstone. The trails can close after heavy rain, especially during fall and winter, so you should call the American River Ranger District to check for the open/closed status of the trails ahead of time. Call (530)-478-6254; extension 228 for a recording of the status. From the town of Foresthill, California, take Foresthill Road for 9 miles north, then turn left on Sugar Pine Road and follow the signs for the Sugar Pine and Parker Flat Staging Areas, which are large dirt lots accommodating trailers and RVs, with a pit toilet, picnic tables, a loading ramp, and a dumpster. The Brimstone Staging Area and Campground are accessed by taking Brimstone Road south of Sugar Pine Road. This is a very well-maintained trail system where all trails and staging areas are well marked, featuring mostly easy and intermediate trails.

Loop 2 Map

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