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Learn more about Santa Ysabel Truck Trail
Santa Ysabel Truck Trail

Santa Ysabel Truck Trail

Santa Ysabel Truck Trail is a narrow, shelf-road trail running through a section of the Cleveland National Forest in Ramona. The trail follows along Santa Ysabel Creek and offers beautiful views over the mountains, and…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Sapps Hill
Sapps Hill

Sapps Hill

An easy trail with a few mud holes after a summer thunderstorm. There are plenty of places for dispersed camping along the route, and if you drive all the way to the end, you will…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Springs

This is short spur trail off of the Harry Wade Exit Route. Expect similar conditions to what has been experienced on HWER albeit with a bit more washboard and cross-graining. There are a few washes…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Savoy Road
Savoy Road

Savoy Road

This trail starts out as a wide sandy wash. It narrows early after a few dispersed camping sites then transitions to a very whooped out section of hardpack. As the trail progresses further into the…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Savoy's Bumpy Return
Savoy's Bumpy Return

Savoy's Bumpy Return

A narrow, steep rutted way to get to or from Savoy. This trail is very whooped with steep hills, loose sand, and tight transitions. There are Joshua trees all over the place, and if you're…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Sawpit Connector
Sawpit Connector

Sawpit Connector

Sawpit Connector is a connecting trail from Burnt Mill to Sawpit Canyon. It is a dirt trail. There is potential for deep ruts throughout the trail. This connector is short but scenic. Views of Silverwood…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about SC176 Gold Canyon Road
SC176 Gold Canyon Road

SC176 Gold Canyon Road

This 6-mile sandy road starts at Jawbone Canyon Road. It travels north through sandy washes. Off-camber, deep sand, and ruts are the main obstacles. Then it is a steep climb on an uneven and winding…
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Total Miles
6.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about SC39
SC39

SC39

The beginning of trail starts right off SC103 and then begins a long climb into the mountains. This section provides great views of the Piute Mountains to the West, Dove Springs down to the right,…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Senator Wash/Cistern Road
Senator Wash/Cistern Road

Senator Wash/Cistern Road

This is an excellent cut-across trail between Senator Wash and Cistern Rd. It is a rocky trail with fun, deep wash transitions and some nice flexy sections to test your suspension. Also, watch for sharp,…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Sharpless Ranch
Sharpless Ranch

Sharpless Ranch

This is a simple trail that leads from Lone Pine Canyon Road to Upper Lytle Creek Divide. It is an easy trail that is just a fun little uphill or downhill trail depending on direction…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sheep Canyon
Sheep Canyon

Sheep Canyon

This is a very easy trail leading from Swarthout Canyon Road to Lytle Creek Road. No major obstacles, but the uphill portions can be a little slick. Street legal vehicles only.
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sherman Pass 4x4 Jeep Trail
Sherman Pass 4x4 Jeep Trail

Sherman Pass 4x4 Jeep Trail

This trail is open year-round. It is a typical Sierra dirt-type trail with some rutting and snow left from previous years. The drive to the trailhead is easy, and coming from the west via Kernville…
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Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sherwood Road
Sherwood Road

Sherwood Road

This is a 43-mile long trek through dirt logging roads with some spectacular views of the northern California redwoods. It is a great way to start a trip up the Mendocino coastline and on your…
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Total Miles
41.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shirttail Canyon
Shirttail Canyon

Shirttail Canyon

The main attraction of this route is a popular swimming hole below Colfax-Foresthill Suspension Bridge. Our round-about way of getting there follows a paved road through historic Iowa Hill, then continues on a narrow, winding…
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Total Miles
24.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Short Wheelbase
Short Wheelbase

Short Wheelbase

Short Wheelbase road is a gravel and sandy road that has very large washouts that dip down, a long wheelbase vehicle would have a hard time and may find themselves dragging their rear ends. These…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shuteye Peak
Shuteye Peak

Shuteye Peak

4WD section starts at 8.1 miles from the Start of Central Camp Road. There are some off-camber areas and a little "crawling". Water crossings, steep switchbacks, moderate rock obstacles, and amazing views at the Shuteye…
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Total Miles
12.1
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sidewinder
Sidewinder

Sidewinder

Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Sidewinder Road to Picacho Wash
Sidewinder Road to Picacho Wash

Sidewinder Road to Picacho Wash

This point-to-point trail connects the popular camping area on American Girl Mine Road to Yuma. This route takes you up and down steep portions of the Cargo Muchacho Mountains. This area is scattered with old…
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Total Miles
16.7
Tech Rating
5 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sierra Pelona Ridge/Rowher OHV
Sierra Pelona Ridge/Rowher OHV

Sierra Pelona Ridge/Rowher OHV

This rugged backcountry drive climbs high to the ridgeline of the Sierra Pelona. After traversing the ridge for several scenic miles, it switchbacks down the northern side of the mountain, offering outstanding views of Bouquet…
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Total Miles
14.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Signal Peak
Signal Peak

Signal Peak

Signal Peak is neither "easy" nor "beginner", despite being deemed so by many locals in comparison to the Fordyce trail - which also begins from the Pierce Meadow Staging Area. It is recommended to have…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
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