Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about Dogtown Spur A
Dogtown Spur A

Dogtown Spur A

Scenic Eastern Sierra route beginning 1.4 miles off Highway 395 via Dunderberg Mill Road. The trail features a packed sand and dirt surface with embedded rocks throughout. It traverses varied terrain, including dry wash crossings,…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Dogtown Spur B
Dogtown Spur B

Dogtown Spur B

This rugged trail climbs nearly 300 feet and then drops back down in under 2 miles. The track is very narrow, with a mix of packed sand and embedded rocks. It begins as a slight…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
4
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Don't Miss the Train
Don't Miss the Train

Don't Miss the Train

A fun rip across the desert passing by a turtle habitat. The trail features great views of the valley. There are lots of bermed turns. Sharp rocks are exposed and hiding in the sand. Be…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Donohoe Loop-Mocogo Ranch Trail
Donohoe Loop-Mocogo Ranch Trail

Donohoe Loop-Mocogo Ranch Trail

Donohoe Loop-Mocogo Ranch Trail is an 8.2-mile point-to-point trail rated 4 of 10 located in San Diego County. The Donohoe Loop is located entirely within BLM-managed Open Space that can be utilized for OHV driving,…
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Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Dooley Creek to Black Mountain Lookout
Dooley Creek to Black Mountain Lookout

Dooley Creek to Black Mountain Lookout

Very easy route given type of vehicle used. While most of it is good place for a beginner to start learning how to use a SXS, be careful on the speed as there are blind…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dos Cabezos Road
Dos Cabezos Road

Dos Cabezos Road

From the Windmills to the Lumpy Rocks in Anza. What a fun and diverse trail. The lower section begins where the pavement ends down in a forest of windmills. As you travel along the wide,…
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Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Dos Cabezos Upper Siding
Dos Cabezos Upper Siding

Dos Cabezos Upper Siding

This route is a great connector trail from the intersection at the abandoned rail station up and into the Anza Borrego park. The other end connects with the Jojoba Wash Trail and finishes at three…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Dove Springs Access Trail
Dove Springs Access Trail

Dove Springs Access Trail

This route consists of two main trails, SC47 and SC328. The trail can be accessed on the West from Kelso Valley Road and from the East at the actual Dove Springs. My route includes the…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Dove Springs Canyon Road
Dove Springs Canyon Road

Dove Springs Canyon Road

This route takes you from the main Dove Springs staging area to the Actual Dove Springs. It follows SC103 all the way and changes between a dirt road and a double-wide trail. It has sections…
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Total Miles
6.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Drinkwater Trail
Drinkwater Trail

Drinkwater Trail

The trail starts with a moderate incline followed by a sharp right turn. A few sections have steep inclines and declines that look intimidating but offer good traction. It can be completed with a stock…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
5
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Dry Creek Cutoff FS 32E628-SNO
Dry Creek Cutoff FS 32E628-SNO

Dry Creek Cutoff FS 32E628-SNO

This trail offers a fun and moderately challenging drive through a mix of open meadows and beautiful, thinned new-growth pine forest. The sandy and pumice surface is generally smooth, but drivers will encounter some rocks…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dry Creek Flats Upper - FS3S89
Dry Creek Flats Upper - FS3S89

Dry Creek Flats Upper - FS3S89

This sand and pumice trail, marked by orange diamonds with and without the letter "C," winds through a beautiful pine forest with stunning peaks of the Eastern Sierra and occasional glimpses of Mammoth Mountain. The…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Dry Creek Gulch (28E210)
Dry Creek Gulch (28E210)

Dry Creek Gulch (28E210)

Dry Creek Gulch is a short connector trail for dirt bikes only and allows for a scenic ride along Dry Creek. This trail follows a wide wash on the western side, that then becomes a…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Dry Creek Knoll
Dry Creek Knoll

Dry Creek Knoll

This short trail takes you to the top of the Dry Creek Knoll (8842 feet). The trail loops around the knoll. It offers some nice views above the Mammoth Scenic Loop. The track is snow-covered…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Dry Creek Knoll Side Spur - 3S110B
Dry Creek Knoll Side Spur - 3S110B

Dry Creek Knoll Side Spur - 3S110B

This short side spur off the Dry Creek Knoll Track winds up and through a lush forest. It takes you to an overlook above the Inyo National Forest. There is a nice spot for a…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dry Creek Road - FS3S22
Dry Creek Road - FS3S22

Dry Creek Road - FS3S22

The trail starts at Inyo Craters Road and is part of the scenic Inyo National Forest. It's mostly sandy with some small rocks and features several corners, north of a large meadow, that have deep…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dumont Dunes
Dumont Dunes

Dumont Dunes

Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
6Difficult
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Dunderberg Meadows
Dunderberg Meadows

Dunderberg Meadows

This twelve-mile sandy graded road travels from north to south from Hwy 395, near Bridgeport, down to the Virginia Lakes Road. It is an easy trail that offers beautiful views of the Eastern Sierras to…
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Total Miles
11.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dunderburg Mill
Dunderburg Mill

Dunderburg Mill

Cool dirt trail running slightly parallel with 395. A nice place to pull off the pavement for a side mission if traveling the corridor. A few good spots to glass deer and elk in the…
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Total Miles
12.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Dunes Vista
Dunes Vista

Dunes Vista

Dunes Vista is a loose, sandy open desert driving experience with many ruts, washboards, and whoops connecting Dunes Vista dispersed campground near I-8 and Ogilby to the north. It is a narrow, fun high-speed trail…
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Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
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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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