Midway Ridge

Total Miles
12.8

Elevation

1,289.51 ft

Duration

1.75 Hours

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

This route takes you to the top of Midway Ridge. The trail starts as a nice wide road. The road is maintained very well and follows a mid-slope road. The trail narrows at the first creek crossing and winds through the forest. At this point, it's still easy for a side-by-side or quad. A dirt bike is more challenging but doable. The first real challenge of this trail is the hill climb up to the top of Midway Ridge. A stock side-by-side can do it. It's only difficult on a dirt bike. Once on the top of the ridge, take some time to look around on a clear day. The rest of the trail takes you along the ridge to another convergence of trails and the picnic bench.

Photos of Midway Ridge

Midway Ridge
Midway Ridge

Difficulty

Some sections of this trail are challenging for new riders. Side-by-sides will not have a problem. There is one hill climb to the top of Midway Ridge that is challenging on a dirt bike. This is an excellent ride for those who want to boost their riding skills in various areas.

History

This trail has private mines visible from Trail 2 that are gated off, and other mines directly into the hillside you can take some photos of. During the spring, the watershed creates some awesome waterfalls.

Technical Rating

5

Status Reports

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Access Description

From the Chappie OHV staging area below the dam, wind your way back up the pavement, going back up to the dam crossing, to Trail 1, which will be on your left near the top. This first little section of pavement is OK for OHVs and considered part of the trail. From Trail 1, ride west until you see Trail 2, which is another actual road. If you cross the cement bridge, you went too far. Take Trail 2 to the 4-way landing. Continue on Trail 2, which is marked.

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