Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about Green Valley Bypass - FS 2N54
Green Valley Bypass - FS 2N54

Green Valley Bypass - FS 2N54

Green Valley Bypass (2N54) is a short but scenic forest road that links 3N16 (Holcomb Valley Road) with 2N13 (Snow Slide Road) in the San Bernardino National Forest. At just under 2 miles long, it's…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Greys Mountain - FS 6S008
Greys Mountain - FS 6S008

Greys Mountain - FS 6S008

This 5.5-mile route is a rough-and-tumble forest road that feels like a backcountry highway cut through granite. Connecting Soquel Meadow Road (FS 6S040) to the Beasore Loop (FS 6S010X), Greys Mountain offers a distinct change…
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Total Miles
7.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Gunslinger Trail #11
Gunslinger Trail #11

Gunslinger Trail #11

Gunslinger Trail #11 is a 1.8-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located in the Corral Canyon OHV recreation area. Corral Canyon OHV is located roughly 30 miles east of San Diego and it offers…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Hahapa Flat Road
Hahapa Flat Road

Hahapa Flat Road

Hahapa Flat Road is a 3.7-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 out of 10 located within the California Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (ABDSP). Trails within the ABDSP are restricted to street-legal vehicles. Hahapa Flat is an…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Half Corral - FS 6S070X
Half Corral - FS 6S070X

Half Corral - FS 6S070X

This is a fun, twisty, two-track connector that delivers stunning regional views as it traverses a high-elevation ridge. The surface is primarily smooth Decomposed Granite and dirt. The route moves through areas impacted by fire…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hanging Rock Loop
Hanging Rock Loop

Hanging Rock Loop

This is a fun loop that starts off with SC39 and SC47. It begins with long downhill sections of s-turns and the trail is several feet below the main desert floor with Yuccas on both…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Happy Valley Ridgeline
Happy Valley Ridgeline

Happy Valley Ridgeline

Mix of fire roads and old logging roads. The area has been scorched by fire recently. There are a lot of downed trees that cross the trail, be prepared with a chain saw or chain/rope.…
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Total Miles
34.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Harry Wade Exit Route - DVNP
Harry Wade Exit Route - DVNP

Harry Wade Exit Route - DVNP

A historical route at the southern end of Death Valley National Park. The route is 32 miles in length through one of the most remote and arid parts of Death Valley - be prepared. The…
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Total Miles
31.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Harvey Mine - 3N43
Harvey Mine - 3N43

Harvey Mine - 3N43

Offers a moderately technical off-road experience with multiple access points from the south via Van Dusen Creek Road or from the north through John Bull Flat. If entering from Van Dusen Creek, pay close attention…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hauser Geode Beds West
Hauser Geode Beds West

Hauser Geode Beds West

This is one of the ways out to the Hauser geode beds. The Geode beds are located on BLM and collection of the rocks is allowed. Explore, dig some holes, and find your own rocks…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Hawkins Peak Road
Hawkins Peak Road

Hawkins Peak Road

Hawkins Peak Road begins as a gradual accent and is typically one vehicle wide with places to pass on this double track dirt trail. The trail gradually ascends from an elevation of 7,057 feet to…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hayden Springs
Hayden Springs

Hayden Springs

This trail is an excellent border trail for the area that hits close to and runs through some of the lumpy rock mountains the area is famous for. The trail's eastern section follows the abandoned…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Heart Bar Peak 1N38
Heart Bar Peak 1N38

Heart Bar Peak 1N38

Heart Bar Peak, or 1N38, is a fun out and back trail off Highway 38 in the San Bernardino Mountains. This trail makes for a great addition to a Big Bear trip or for those…
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Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Heartbreak Ridge
Heartbreak Ridge

Heartbreak Ridge

Heartbreak Ridge is one of the less commonly traveled 4x4 trails in the San Bernardino National Forest near Big Bear, California. With several rock gardens, several spots with rollover risks, and a difficult narrow canyon,…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Heenan Spring Road - FS 31084
Heenan Spring Road - FS 31084

Heenan Spring Road - FS 31084

This scenic trail kicks off 10 miles up Highway 89 from the 395 junction. It starts with a few deceptive mud holes that hint at what's ahead--an off-camber track weaving through a narrow meadow filled…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hell To Pay
Hell To Pay

Hell To Pay

Hell to Pay starts off as a fairly smooth trail but quickly escalates into big boulders and fairly tall off-camber drop-offs. From the top, there are some great views, and if you go down, you…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Hellhole 4WD
Hellhole 4WD

Hellhole 4WD

This is an in and out trail approximately 3.8 miles each way. There are some bigger rocks and shelves to climb. 33" tires with at least one axle locked is recommended. You start at the…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hepburn Mine - 3N32
Hepburn Mine - 3N32

Hepburn Mine - 3N32

Scenic trail located accessed from Holcomb Valley - 3N16 from the South end or John Bull Flat from the North end. This trail offers a diverse blend of terrain and views. It begins with a…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hewn - FS 25E319
Hewn - FS 25E319

Hewn - FS 25E319

This 0.9-mile two-track is a smooth, easy trail in the high-country road network, serving as a direct continuation of the 8S035 (Boneridge) trail. It leads directly to a large, scenic group campsite located on an…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hi Mountain Road
Hi Mountain Road

Hi Mountain Road

This trail is part of Los Padres National Forest. This trail is for street-legal vehicles only. Can either start from either Pozo or Lake Lopez side. High clearance is needed for the numerous seasonal creek…
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Total Miles
10.2
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring
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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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