Watterson Troughs

Total Miles 4.8
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Summer, Spring, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

This trail is a sandy trail that climbs up 1000 feet from Benton Crossing Road up to the Watterson Troughs. From the apex, you can go down Deer Springs Road down to another section of Benton Crossing Rd or continue up the stunning Ridgeline all the up the Glass Mountains to Sawmill Meadows and beyond.

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Difficulty

This trail is primarily sandy. It gradually climbs over 1000 feet in just under five miles.

Technical Rating

1

Watterson Troughs Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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