Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about FS5N39Y
FS5N39Y

FS5N39Y

This 3-mile out-and-back trail begins at FS5N30 and climbs over 360 feet in just over 1.6 miles. The trail is a dirt road about one vehicle wide, winding through a dense pine forest lined with…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Fulda Ridge -FS19-028
Fulda Ridge -FS19-028

Fulda Ridge -FS19-028

Fulda Ridge (FS-19-028) is an easy, and well maintained trail just off of I-80 at Nyack. It's easy to get to and has cellular signal along the majority of the trail. It is a great…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Fun Boundary Rip
Fun Boundary Rip

Fun Boundary Rip

A fun run one to the boundary of the OHV area. The trail has lots of bermed corners and many sandy sections. There is a great camping area with a nice view and a high…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Funeral Mountains Trail
Funeral Mountains Trail

Funeral Mountains Trail

This trail starts at a Y intersection off the Echo Canyon Trail. It is usually marked by a sign reading "Amargosa", this sign was missing on our run. Past the sign, the trail winds its…
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Total Miles
11.5
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Winter
Learn more about Funnel Lake - 32E304A
Funnel Lake - 32E304A

Funnel Lake - 32E304A

This short trail takes you to the alpine lake, Funnel Lake, dropping 20 feet to 10,380 feet. The lake area is surrounded by hills of rock, creating a dramatic alpine setting. There are some limited…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Funnel Lake Loop - 32E304
Funnel Lake Loop - 32E304

Funnel Lake Loop - 32E304

This trail takes you up to the Funnel Lake area, starting and stopping on S32E303 East about 3/4 mile apart in a loop configuration. The route offers views of the Eastern Sierras as you drive…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
5
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Gaging Station - FS 22396
Gaging Station - FS 22396

Gaging Station - FS 22396

Gaging Station is a dirt trail that climbs over 600 feet in just over one mile, creating a steep and sustained ascent that challenges both vehicle and driver. The trail initially follows power lines, providing…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Gargoyle Canyon
Gargoyle Canyon

Gargoyle Canyon

This is a short trip up the river to enjoy a great landmark. The riverbed is small river rock and fairly easy, although 4WD is handy. If you don't have 4WD, drive as far up…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
4Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Gas Dome Trail
Gas Dome Trail

Gas Dome Trail

Welcome to the Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Recreational Area, the largest SVRA in California with more than 85,000 acres. OWSVRA is over 130 square miles with hundreds of miles of desert track open to all…
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Total Miles
9.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Gasparni
Gasparni

Gasparni

Gasparni takes you through the pine trees and brush connecting the dirt section of Forebay to the pavement leading to Brush Creek Reservoir. Nearly all of the trail is wide enough for a full-width truck,…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Gasquet Mountain Road - FSR 17N49
Gasquet Mountain Road - FSR 17N49

Gasquet Mountain Road - FSR 17N49

Gasquet Mountain Road (GMR) is just one of many routes available to access the beautiful Six Rivers National Forest. GMR is a single-lane gravel road that will reveal stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The…
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Total Miles
7.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Gecko Road
Gecko Road

Gecko Road

This is a trail through the sand to the Mexico border and back. Depending on your rig, you may need 4WD. It can be run in an SXS with aired-down tires in 2WD just fine.…
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Total Miles
24.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Geology Tour Road
Geology Tour Road

Geology Tour Road

This is a fantastic family adventure. The entire trail is located inside Joshua Tree National Park. It is a long loop trail that is very scenic with beautiful vistas, interesting rock formations, ancient volcanic lava…
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Total Miles
9.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Gettysburg Trail
Gettysburg Trail

Gettysburg Trail

Welcome to the Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Recreational Area, the largest SVRA in California with more than 85,000 acres. OWSVRA is over 130 square miles with hundreds of miles of desert track open to all…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Giant Gap (FS 26-006)
Giant Gap (FS 26-006)

Giant Gap (FS 26-006)

Giant Gap (FS 26-006) is a beautiful 2.5-mile-long trail that starts and ends along Elliot Ranch Road (FS 26). It is part of the Foresthill OHV area and can be run in either direction. The…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Giant Rock
Giant Rock

Giant Rock

To reach Giant Rock, turn off Boone Road and head across Means Lakebed. The route generally consists of smooth desert sand interspersed with small washes. Numerous intertwining trails offer choices in your path. Be mindful…
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Total Miles
9.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Giant Rock to Means Lakebed
Giant Rock to Means Lakebed

Giant Rock to Means Lakebed

This trail will provide a great scenic view of the desert for everyone, from beginners to experienced off-roaders. You will begin the trail just off Highway 247 at Mikasa Road. This will lead you up…
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Total Miles
14.7
Tech Rating
3Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Gilbert Ridge (28E213)
Gilbert Ridge (28E213)

Gilbert Ridge (28E213)

Gilbert Ridge (28E213) is a singletrack dirt bike trail that is suitable for all riders in the Inyo National Forest. Fast and flowy, it twists and turns under Gilbert Peak and leads to Dry Creek.…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Gimasol Ridge - FS 3S007
Gimasol Ridge - FS 3S007

Gimasol Ridge - FS 3S007

This 4-mile out-and-back trail starts at Ferguson Ridge and features dramatic elevation changes, dropping almost 2,000 feet and climbing over 350 feet across 2.5 miles of challenging terrain. The single vehicle-wide trail skirts along the…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Glass Creek FS 2S49
Glass Creek FS 2S49

Glass Creek FS 2S49

Starting just west of the Crestview Caltrans maintenance station on Highway 395 and ending at Dead Man Creek Road, this sandy and pumice trail is very dusty and heavily rutted due to frequent side-by-side traffic.…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Summer, Fall

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

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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