Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about Cholla Chaos
Cholla Chaos

Cholla Chaos

Holy forest of jumping cacti. They are almost impossible to avoid. There are pieces lying alongside the trail, taunting you, grabbing your boot as you go by. Aside from all that sticky mess, the trail…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Choose Your Own Adventure Whoops
Choose Your Own Adventure Whoops

Choose Your Own Adventure Whoops

Dirt trail that runs parallel to a set of private "active" train tracks. The beginning of this route off of Trona road is wide and used to be paved. It narrows quickly and turns into…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Chowchilla Mountain Road - FS 5S090
Chowchilla Mountain Road - FS 5S090

Chowchilla Mountain Road - FS 5S090

Chowchilla Mountain Road (FS 5S09) is the legendary "backdoor" into Yosemite National Park that every overland explorer dreams of finding. Starting from Harris Cut Off Road, the trail begins deceptively tame as a well-graded double-track.…
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Total Miles
11.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about City Highline Road
City Highline Road

City Highline Road

This non-technical dirt road follows the power lines along the hills of San Francisquito Canyon. There are some neat views of the California aqueduct, and tons of little side roads. Most of the side roads…
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Total Miles
9.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Clark Dry Lake
Clark Dry Lake

Clark Dry Lake

This hidden gem is part of Anza Borrego Desert State Tark. From the Boreggo Salton Seaway turn into Rockhouse Canyon Road. The sign at the intersection says "no exit" but the road is long and…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Clark's Grade - FS 1N54
Clark's Grade - FS 1N54

Clark's Grade - FS 1N54

Clarks Grade is an off-road trail in the San Bernardino National Forest. Driving this trail is a journey back to the origins of the Big Bear Lake area since this was one of the first…
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Total Miles
7.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Clarks Summit
Clarks Summit

Clarks Summit

Explore the back side of Snow Summit Ski Area in the picturesque San Bernardino National Forest. The upper portion of Clarks Summit offers spectacular scenic lookouts and connects with Skyline Drive (Trail #73), which leads…
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Total Miles
29.5
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Clavey Crossing to Bourland Meadow
Clavey Crossing to Bourland Meadow

Clavey Crossing to Bourland Meadow

This route has creek crossings as well as river crossings! This is a very pretty and scenic area with plenty of areas to camp along the water. The trail has some larger rocks and ruts…
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Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Clawhammer
Clawhammer

Clawhammer

This is a fun little trail that is a little less intense than trails like Jackhammer or Wrecking Ball. Many of the obstacles on this trail have a bypass. Of course, if you choose to…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Claypit Cutoff - FS 3S07
Claypit Cutoff - FS 3S07

Claypit Cutoff - FS 3S07

This trail runs through wide open meadows with panoramic views of the Eastern Sierra, the Glass Mountains, and the White Mountains. The track is mostly sand and pumice with sections of gravel and rock that…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Cleghorn Bar
Cleghorn Bar

Cleghorn Bar

This is a fun drive with varying terrain. Green-sticker vehicles allowed and staging is available toward the beginning of the ride. Look for the sign that starts the 4WD riding. This routes takes you through…
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Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Cleghorn CA-15 Overlook
Cleghorn CA-15 Overlook

Cleghorn CA-15 Overlook

This trail offers a solid mix of easy riding and great scenery. The main road stays mostly clear and well-maintained, making it friendly for 4x4s and dual sport or dirt bikes. Surface conditions are usually…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Cleghorn Ridge
Cleghorn Ridge

Cleghorn Ridge

Cleghorn Ridge features excellent views and challenging obstacles. There is plenty of space at trailheads to pull over and air down\up. Weekends can get busy, but most of the trail has room to pass. Some…
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Total Miles
13.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Cleghorn Ridge Entry
Cleghorn Ridge Entry

Cleghorn Ridge Entry

One of Southern California's gateways to some solid off-road trails and adventure roads. Parking is limited, so don't expect a big welcoming lot. The area has a bit of a sketchy reputation, so keep your…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Cleghorn ROTW Access - FS 3N44
Cleghorn ROTW Access - FS 3N44

Cleghorn ROTW Access - FS 3N44

If you're looking for a quick offshoot from the California State Route 138, this is a cool off-road section. This trail mixes easy riding with some killer views. The road is mostly smooth and well-maintained,…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Cleghorn Technical Access Road
Cleghorn Technical Access Road

Cleghorn Technical Access Road

This trail is full of technical surprises that keep you on your toes. It's not very well maintained, so some 4x4s will struggle, and dual sport or dirt bikes are definitely the safer bet. You'll…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Winter
Learn more about Cleghorn Tracks
Cleghorn Tracks

Cleghorn Tracks

Cleghorn Tracks takes you through some really interesting geological terrain with plenty to check out along the way. One highlight is spotting the old train tracks tucked into the landscape--they make for a fun little…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Clover Meadow - FS 5S005
Clover Meadow - FS 5S005

Clover Meadow - FS 5S005

This is a short and fast forest service access road that is the final stretch to the popular Fernandez Pass / Walton trailhead. This same trailhead also serves as an access point along the longer…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Clover Meadow Cutoff - FS 5S053Y
Clover Meadow Cutoff - FS 5S053Y

Clover Meadow Cutoff - FS 5S053Y

This is a lightning-fast, short link designed for efficiency, connecting the main roads in the high-country network. This two-track route runs entirely through the severe 2020 Creek Wildfire burn scar. The road surface is a…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Coarse Gold Road 5N24
Coarse Gold Road 5N24

Coarse Gold Road 5N24

This trail is a short connector and gatekeeper to Del Sur Ridge 6N18. A couple of points feature nice views of surrounding canyons and chaparral. Deep ruts and erosion give this trail a bit of…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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ATV trails in California

Learn more about 16E08 Las Chiches
16E08 Las Chiches

16E08 Las Chiches

Las Chiches is a short trail rated as difficult because of its steep inclines. There are incredible views as you traverse the ridge line in La Panza Range within Los Padres National Forest. The trail…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 24W09.24
24W09.24

24W09.24

This is apart of Ballinger OHV. Considered desert highlands that has junipers, pinyon pines and scrub brush. Trail 24 (24W09.24) is the main trail that ranges between sandy and hard pack and potentially muddy sections.…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N26
3N26

3N26

Trail head starts on Angeles Crest Highway at the Vincent Gap Turnout. It is a very short trail that leads to a locked gate at Jackson Flat Camping Area. The scenery during this trail consists…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

The trail starts at the third quarter into marked trail 3N26. There is shade for more than half of the trail from mature tree and a hillside for the majority of the trail. During certain…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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UTV/side-by-side trails in California

Learn more about 24W09.24
24W09.24

24W09.24

This is apart of Ballinger OHV. Considered desert highlands that has junipers, pinyon pines and scrub brush. Trail 24 (24W09.24) is the main trail that ranges between sandy and hard pack and potentially muddy sections.…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N26
3N26

3N26

Trail head starts on Angeles Crest Highway at the Vincent Gap Turnout. It is a very short trail that leads to a locked gate at Jackson Flat Camping Area. The scenery during this trail consists…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

The trail starts at the third quarter into marked trail 3N26. There is shade for more than half of the trail from mature tree and a hillside for the majority of the trail. During certain…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3S120
3S120

3S120

This sandy trail takes you through the Inyo National Forest. It climbs just over 400 feet in just under two miles. There are many downed trees to navigate around. This trail is part of the…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
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