Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about Hidden Dinosaurs
Hidden Dinosaurs

Hidden Dinosaurs

This trail leads to two dinosaur sculptures that are often missed by visitors to the area due to the fact that the sculptures are located farther off the highway and unless you know about these…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about High Lakes
High Lakes

High Lakes

Camp, fish and relax in remote seclusion after a day of challenging rock crawling. Despite damage from recent fires, this is a great place to spend a weekend exploring a gorgeous high plateau with numerous…
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Total Miles
17.7
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about High Meadows Trail
High Meadows Trail

High Meadows Trail

High Meadows is a more relaxed and flowing trail in the area. The biggest challenge on the trail is the loose sand that is common to the area, but most sections were not too deep,…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about High Peak Road - FS 31050
High Peak Road - FS 31050

High Peak Road - FS 31050

This narrow 3-mile route starts near the end of Leviathan Road by the mine and climbs more than 700 feet. The trail is tight and overgrown in spots, with low-hanging branches and brush crowding the…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about High Times
High Times

High Times

Discover an exciting off-road trail tailored to 4x4 vehicles, combining moderate terrain with thrilling elements. While mostly easy to navigate, you'll encounter occasional gentle inclines and 12-inch deep ruts, adding a dash of excitement without…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about High Voltage Powerline Trail
High Voltage Powerline Trail

High Voltage Powerline Trail

This section cruises nicely along the main high powerlines cutting through the area. Some sections are nice soft sand, while others are gentle rollers. Be aware of small washouts here and there, and be sure…
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Total Miles
8.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Hightower Trail
Hightower Trail

Hightower Trail

This is a fun trail that follows the high line poles out into the desert. If coming from Lake Havasu on the Whipple Mountain Loop Trail, you can stay straight and follow this trail down.…
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Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Highway 120 Scenic Cut-off Route
Highway 120 Scenic Cut-off Route

Highway 120 Scenic Cut-off Route

This is an easy flat trail through the forest from Highway 120 to Highway 395. The trail ends by the June Lake Loop Store and you can start in either direction. There are plenty of…
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Total Miles
15.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Highway 86 Access
Highway 86 Access

Highway 86 Access

This trail consists of soft sand, dirt, and some rock. Coming from Campbell Wash, this will get you to Highway 86 access and the East entrance to the Ocotillo Wells SVRA. There are a couple…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Hill Ranch
Hill Ranch

Hill Ranch

This trail is an easy dirt road trail that gives access to a few Forest Service cabins, but like any trail, if it has rained recently, it can have a few deep puddles. While on…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hills of the Moon
Hills of the Moon

Hills of the Moon

Hills of the Moon is a 6.2-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 out of 10 located within the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The Hills of the Moon trail will take travelers deep into the Borrego Badlands.…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Hinkley Desert Lighthouse
Hinkley Desert Lighthouse

Hinkley Desert Lighthouse

This is the trail that takes you to the Hinkley Desert Lighthouse. The lighthouse was built in 2017 by artist Daniel Hawkins. The entire Lighthouse is lit at night. The route is an easy dirt…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Hixon - Bautista Trail (2E43)
Hixon - Bautista Trail (2E43)

Hixon - Bautista Trail (2E43)

The Hixon - Bautista Trail is an ATV/Dirt Bike Trail in San Bernardino National Forest. This trail includes a significant amount of elevation gain from Bautista Canyon to Red Mountain. The fantastic views stretch from…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Hobart Mills
Hobart Mills

Hobart Mills

Begin either from Boca Campground or off Highway 89 / 886--either way, this flat route is just the start of what's out there to explore. Following well-maintained Forest Service roads, it's a quick, easy side…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hoffman Meadow Spur - FS 6S089Y
Hoffman Meadow Spur - FS 6S089Y

Hoffman Meadow Spur - FS 6S089Y

This is a fast and smooth 5.35-mile spur designed for efficient high-country access. The trail runs entirely through the severe 2020 Creek Wildfire burn scar, leaving a scene of skeletal snags and wide-open views. The…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Holcomb Creek
Holcomb Creek

Holcomb Creek

This is a difficult trail. There is no single large obstacle, just two tough boulder fields. Wet tires add to the difficulty as you cross Holcomb Creek several times. Stock vehicles are not recommended, but…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Holcomb Valley - 3N16
Holcomb Valley - 3N16

Holcomb Valley - 3N16

Holcomb Valley Road offers a scenic drive through pine forests, historic mining sites, and desert terrain. The dirt route includes rocky patches, mild grades, and varied landscapes. Highlights include a mountain pass, amazing meadow homestead,…
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Total Miles
10.4
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hole in the Wall
Hole in the Wall

Hole in the Wall

This trail offers a sweet blend of flowy sections and rocky bits that keep things interesting. You will ride past some pretty cool lava formations that make the landscape look like another planet. If you…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Hole in the Wall Canyon
Hole in the Wall Canyon

Hole in the Wall Canyon

This out-and-back trail rises almost 1,600 feet in just over 6.5 miles into the Hole in the Wall Canyon. You will encounter stunning rock formations throughout the trail. You will go through the actual "Hole…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hollister Hills SVRA
Hollister Hills SVRA

Hollister Hills SVRA

Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Summer
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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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