Pachalka Road
Total Miles
9.8
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Trail Type
High-Clearance 4x4 Trail
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Pachalka Road starts at Valley Wells Smelter and heads Northeast to Pachalka Spring, then back to Excelsior Mine Road. Pachalka Spring is at the base of Clark Mountain at the North end of the Mojave National Preserve. This trail requires a street-licensed vehicle. The road is rocky and crosses several small washes. It can be traveled in either direction.
Photos of Pachalka Road
Difficulty
Washes can have sudden drops and can change after heavy rains.
Status Reports
Pachalka Road can be accessed by the following ride types:
- High-Clearance 4x4
- Dirt Bike
Pachalka Road Map
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