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Learn more about Pole Line Kelso Depot to Aiken Mine Road

Pole Line Kelso Depot to Aiken Mine Road

A little-used 18.5 mile route bisecting the East Mojave Desert along a line of old telephone poles put in place to support military training camps during WWII. The route is flat and a relatively straight…
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Total Miles

18.5

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Learn more about Pole Road (3V04)

Pole Road (3V04)

On Pole Road (3V04), with the Owens River to the south, the majestic Eastern Sierra mountain range to the west, the sprawling White Mountains to the east, and Casa Diablo to the northwest, you will…
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Total Miles

7.7

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Pole Road (4S04)

Pole Road (4S04)

Pole Road (4S04) is a mild dirt road mixed with shallow sand. It is 8 miles one way, 16 miles out and back. It has a few offshoots for camping and even has a route…
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Total Miles

7.8

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer

Learn more about Polique Canyon - 2N09

Polique Canyon - 2N09

This Trail is a wide, pine-forested route with mild elevation changes and scenic views throughout. The dirt surface stays relatively smooth with occasional deep mud puddles on one side of trail after weather. Open to…
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Total Miles

3.8

Tech Rating

1Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Polique Canyon Road

Polique Canyon Road

Polique Canyon Road is an easy dirt road leading up to Holcomb Valley. Easy connector trail to so many trails and campgrounds around Holcomb Valley. 2WD and AWD Friendly. It is best during spring, summer,…
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Total Miles

6.2

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Fall, Summer

Learn more about Ponderosa Way

Ponderosa Way

Branching off from Buffalo Gulch Trail, this 3-mile out-and-back route offers big views and a fun ridge-line drive. The sandy track drops more than 700 feet and gains just 90 feet over 2 miles, making…
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Total Miles

1.5

Tech Rating

Best Time

Fall, Summer, Spring

Learn more about Ponderosa Way Cutoff

Ponderosa Way Cutoff

Ponderosa Way Cutoff serves as a convenient shortcut connecting Ponderosa Way and Bull Creek Road, following a relatively flat route that still incorporates ups and downs over various hills throughout its length. The trail offers…
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Total Miles

2.0

Tech Rating

Best Time

Fall, Summer, Spring

Learn more about Ponderosa Way North - FS 3S02

Ponderosa Way North - FS 3S02

This trail climbs 1,450 feet and drops over 1,000 feet in just over 6 miles, creating dramatic elevation changes throughout the journey. The very sandy and dusty surface winds up and down hillsides through terrain…
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Total Miles

8.4

Tech Rating

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Spring

Learn more about Portola "P" - NF14M03

Portola "P" - NF14M03

This trail accesses the Portola "P" above town. It starts out as a mellow two-track among the trees but quickly turns upward into a steep, loose, rocky scramble. Low range is required and this trail…
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Total Miles

1.4

Tech Rating

4Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Power Line Road NW

Power Line Road NW

This northwest-to-southeast sandy road connects Ed Powers Road with South Round Valley Road, which eventually leads to Highway 395. It serves as a bypass of Bishop, allowing you to skip paved roads if that's what…
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Total Miles

3.0

Tech Rating

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Learn more about Powerline Ripper

Powerline Ripper

This is a section of the powerline trail. It has some challenging areas for autos and motos. Long sandy washes make up most of the flatter portions of the trail. Some sections are smooth and…
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Total Miles

13.1

Tech Rating

4Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Fall

Learn more about Pronghorn Trail

Pronghorn Trail

Most of the trail is on the easy side of moderate with a few narrow sections that could scratch larger vehicles. There are a few rocky sections, though it's mostly sandy (muddy if wet) with…
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Total Miles

3.3

Tech Rating

5Moderate

Best Time

Spring

Learn more about Prospect Mine - FS 5S040X

Prospect Mine - FS 5S040X

The Western half of the Quartz Mountain summit loop, connecting with the Quartz Mountain Top spur (FS 5S040XD). This two-track route climbs to over 9,000 feet, offering spectacular views to the East over the Ansel…
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Total Miles

1.0

Tech Rating

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Learn more about Psycho Ranch Turnout

Psycho Ranch Turnout

This trail tears off from the main route of Coxey into the hills. There are a few singletrack turnoffs for those looking for some adventure. There were no natural camping spots noticed on this route.…
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Total Miles

1.5

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Winter, Fall, Spring

Learn more about Puerta La Cruz Truck Trail

Puerta La Cruz Truck Trail

This is the 4X4 route to get to Indian Flats Campground. Do not attempt this trail in a stock-height two-wheel drive vehicle. There are several washouts and obstacles that you will high center on. Highly…
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Total Miles

4.3

Tech Rating

4Moderate

Best Time

Summer

Learn more about Pumice Mine Road - FS 1S40

Pumice Mine Road - FS 1S40

This 9-mile out-and-back trail climbs over 700 feet toward the Pumice Mine. Access points include FS1S127, FS2S08, and FS1S122, with several spur trails to explore along the way. The trail travels through a mix of…
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Total Miles

4.4

Tech Rating

Best Time

Fall, Summer

Learn more about Pumice Valley - FS1N36

Pumice Valley - FS1N36

This route drops around 150 feet in elevation as it heads toward Mono Lake, cutting through the scenic pumice Valley. The sand and pumice trail follows power lines and is surrounded by impressive views of…
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Total Miles

3.1

Tech Rating

Best Time

Fall, Summer

Learn more about Pumpkin Patch Trail

Pumpkin Patch 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

3.2

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Learn more about Punch Bowl - FS 1S38

Punch Bowl - FS 1S38

This trail descends over 700 feet in just under 4 miles as it approaches Mono Lake. The route is sandy and dusty with pumice and is heavily used by side-by-side vehicles, creating lots of whoops…
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Total Miles

3.8

Tech Rating

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Learn more about Punch Bowl Cutoff - FS 1S35

Punch Bowl Cutoff - FS 1S35

This scenic forest route winds through a beautiful pine forest, transitioning from highway access to backcountry exploration. The trail features very sandy and pumice surfaces with some sections of deep material that require careful navigation.…
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Total Miles

2.1

Tech Rating

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Spring

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ATV trails in California

Learn more about 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

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

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)

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

Total Miles

6.1

Tech Rating

5Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Fall, Winter

Learn more about 3N26

3N26

Total Miles

0.9

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

Total Miles

3.8

Tech Rating

8Difficult

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Learn more about 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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