Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about Fonts Point - Vista MalPais - Arroyo Salado
Fonts Point - Vista MalPais - Arroyo Salado

Fonts Point - Vista MalPais - Arroyo Salado

Check out two beautiful vistas overlooking the Borrego Badlands 100% off-road. Head into Arroyo Salado to set up camp or have lunch. The route starts at Fonts Point, a well know overlook in Anza Borrego…
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Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Footman Ridge - FS 5S025
Footman Ridge - FS 5S025

Footman Ridge - FS 5S025

This is a scenic, 9.5-mile single-lane dirt road that rapidly gains elevation as it climbs through the forest impacted by the 2022 Oak Wildfire. The route offers dramatic, expansive views due to the lack of…
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Total Miles
9.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ford Point East
Ford Point East

Ford Point East

Half of this trail is a steep incline if you're going West to East. Coming from the east is optional, but I wouldn't recommend it if the trail is wet at all. I'd recommend 4LO…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ford Point Spur
Ford Point Spur

Ford Point Spur

This rocky shelf road is a narrow and tight road that takes you from the larger dispersed camp areas on Ford Point West and ends at a small, secluded dispersed site away from the others.…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Ford Point West
Ford Point West

Ford Point West

This trail has a mix of deep ruts and rocks. Depending on which side you start on, you either climb or descend. I suggest starting from American Hill Road to go from West to East.…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Fordyce
Fordyce

Fordyce

Fordyce Creek Trail starts off Hwy 80, west of Truckee, and heads up into the Sierras following Fordyce Creek. The trail ends near Meadow Lake, a beautiful high Sierra lake that does not require 4x4.…
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Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
9Extreme
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Forebay
Forebay

Forebay

Forebay Road is a short but fun forest road that snakes through the trees and brush with plenty of opportunity for fun hill climbs off either side. Loosely following the high power lines, Forebay can…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Forebay to American Camp
Forebay to American Camp

Forebay to American Camp

This trail is a connector between the American Camp Lookout and the Forebay trail. Connect all these 3 trails for a fun weekend or day trip full of adventure and fishing/exploring! There is a creek…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Forest Service Road 04S43
Forest Service Road 04S43

Forest Service Road 04S43

Starting off Gorge Road, this trail begins as a once-paved surface now broken with potholes and deteriorating asphalt. It quickly transitions into sand and dirt, offering early views of Casa Diablo Mountain with the White…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Forest Service Road 1N11
Forest Service Road 1N11

Forest Service Road 1N11

This scenic descent drops almost 700 feet over just under 6 miles, offering spectacular views and diverse terrain. Starting from the south in a sparse pine forest, the route quickly opens to a huge meadow…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Forest Service Road 1S127
Forest Service Road 1S127

Forest Service Road 1S127

This challenging desert route climbs 333 feet and drops 241 feet over just one mile of varied terrain. The very sandy track features a steep hill that transitions from deep sand to sandy conditions with…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Forest Service Road 1S133
Forest Service Road 1S133

Forest Service Road 1S133

This mellow sandy trail connects Bald Mountain Road to FS2S124B and winds through a beautiful open forest filled with tall pine trees. The terrain is relatively smooth, making it a relaxing drive with just enough…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Forest Service Road 1S15
Forest Service Road 1S15

Forest Service Road 1S15

This trail climbs over 1,200 feet and drops 100 feet across just over 4 miles, creating a sustained and challenging ascent from Smith Peak Lookout Road 1S16 to Jordan Creek Road. The sandy surface varies…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Forest Service Road 1S22
Forest Service Road 1S22

Forest Service Road 1S22

This trail climbs over 200 feet and drops over 200 feet across just over 2.4 miles, starting conveniently just off Highway 120 within the Stanislaus National Forest. The first section features a previously paved surface…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Forest Service Road 1S52
Forest Service Road 1S52

Forest Service Road 1S52

This trail begins on the east side of Highway 395 just south of Highway 120 and ends at West Portal Road. It is a sandy, dusty, and relatively narrow trail, approximately one vehicle wide, with…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Forest Service Road 2N19
Forest Service Road 2N19

Forest Service Road 2N19

This route runs parallel to Mono Lake, providing 360-degree views of all the surrounding mountains. You can see the peaks of the Sierra Nevadas, including Mount Dana, Mount Gibbs, and Tioga Peak, which form the…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Forest Service Road 2S09
Forest Service Road 2S09

Forest Service Road 2S09

This trail starts and stops on Buck Meadows Road, creating a point-to-point route that climbs almost 800 feet and drops just under 600 feet over just under 4 miles of challenging terrain. From the south…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Forest Service Road 2S123
Forest Service Road 2S123

Forest Service Road 2S123

This sandy and gravel-based trail winds alongside a wide open meadow bordered by newer growth pine forest, offering scenic views including glimpses of Crater Mountain. The trail is marked by frequent ruts and whoops, a…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Forest Service Road 2S129
Forest Service Road 2S129

Forest Service Road 2S129

This sandy gravel trail connects Bald Mountain Road to Forest Service Road 1S70. Winding gently through a newer-growth pine forest, the route provides a peaceful and shaded drive with occasional glimpses of the towering Eastern…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Forest Service Road 2S2111
Forest Service Road 2S2111

Forest Service Road 2S2111

This relatively flat trail serves as a connector up to the Deadman Loop Trail. It begins at the 395 Connector (FS2S26) and ends at Deadman Creek Road. The route is straightforward with no spur trails,…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
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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