Owens Gorge Road

Total Miles 5.3
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Fall, Summer, Spring
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This full trail actually starts off just off Highway 395 in the locale of Sunny Slopes. It is paved until after it crosses the Long Valley Dam at Lake Crowley. This mapped trail starts just on the dirt trail and travels for over five miles before it terminates at Benton Crossing Road. This relatively graded sandy road is the main backcountry road in the area. It is the gateway to many trails to explore in the area. It offers stunning views of the White Mountains, the Glass Mountains, and the Eastern Sierras.

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Difficulty

This trail is mostly graded and sandy. There are a few rocks as you climb up toward Benton Crossing Road. This is a heavily used trail. Use caution.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

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Nick Rangel
Oct 16, 2025
Open
Muddy and snowy roads. Really fun trial took this trail to go see lake Crowley
Jorge Rivera
Sep 01, 2025
Open
Entry by the Dam (south side) is currently closed. you can still use this trail by Benton Xing Rd. Trail is easy and even Pris can be spoted on this trail.
Dave E.
Aug 22, 2025
Open
Entry to the trail by the reservoir is currently closed.

Owens Gorge Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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