Owens Gorge Loop - FS 4S05

Total Miles
1.7

Technical Rating

2

Best Time

Fall, Summer, Spring

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This is a very sandy trail that stays mostly flat, with a gentle climb near the end. The track is about a single vehicle wide, though there are occasional pull-offs for passing. The trail begins in a small valley surrounded by rock formations, with the White Mountains on one side and the Eastern Sierra on the other, creating a dramatic backdrop. Along the way, the road is lined with sharp brush, with sections that may brush your vehicle. The surface includes small humps and some off-camber stretches, and around Mile 1, larger rocks appear that require careful maneuvering.

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Owens Gorge Loop - FS 4S05
Owens Gorge Loop - FS 4S05

Difficulty

The sandy track, off-camber sections, and scattered rocks make this trail mildly challenging, but still accessible for most high-clearance vehicles.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Owens Gorge Loop - FS 4S05 can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

Access Description

This route can be accessed via Forest Service Roads 4S121 or 4S05.

Owens Gorge Loop - FS 4S05 Map

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