Off-Road Trails in California

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Learn more about Rocky Road
Rocky Road

Rocky Road

This is an awesome route that takes you through some timber cuts and up and over some hills into weeds. The road is full of sun with some challenges along the way. Be aware that…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rocky Top
Rocky Top

Rocky Top

A short trail with a couple of mud holes leading to a steep climb up loose rock. Do not attempt without 4WD, there are no turnaround points until you reach the top of the hill.…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Rosebud Rocks to Wagon Wheel OHV
Rosebud Rocks to Wagon Wheel OHV

Rosebud Rocks to Wagon Wheel OHV

This trail begins or ends outside the town of Ridgecrest at a large, seemingly out-of-place rock formation painted in roses. Use caution when approaching as there are many nails in the dirt and broken glass…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Round Mountain
Round Mountain

Round Mountain

This fun rip takes you up and around Round Mountain. There are killer views and an abundance of sweet rock formations. It seems more like a connector trail than the main trail, but it's still…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Round Mountain Cutoff - FS 4S67
Round Mountain Cutoff - FS 4S67

Round Mountain Cutoff - FS 4S67

Round Mountain Cutoff, also known as FS 04S67, is a winding trail through tall pine trees. It is relatively flat. It offers beautiful views of the Eastern Sierra Mountains. The trail is mostly sandy. There…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Round Mountain Loop - FS4S55
Round Mountain Loop - FS4S55

Round Mountain Loop - FS4S55

Round Mountain Loop is a three-mile trail starts at the North side of Owens Gorge Road. It is a sandy trail that winds through tall pine trees and various rock formations. It is a relatively…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Round Mountain Loop Alternate
Round Mountain Loop Alternate

Round Mountain Loop Alternate

This short, sandy connecting trail is an alternate route to continue the west side of the Round Mountain Loop trail. Round Mountain Loop trail ends abruptly due to a large washout about half a mile…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Round Mountain Turnoff - FS 3S54
Round Mountain Turnoff - FS 3S54

Round Mountain Turnoff - FS 3S54

The trail is a less-traveled path than most in the area. Starting from Benton Crossing Road, the trail climbs up a pretty canyon which is lined with rock formations, pine trees, and lots of bushes.There…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Round Valley - 2N61Y
Round Valley - 2N61Y

Round Valley - 2N61Y

Forest Road 2N61Y runs through Round Valley to Old Timer Canyon, roughly parallel to the easier Burns Canyon Road (2N02), which makes for a nice medium-difficulty run in itself, or coupled with the run up…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Round Valley 4WD Trail
Round Valley 4WD Trail

Round Valley 4WD Trail

This is a route with a ridgeline view of the Sierra Nevada from Highway 88 to Highway 108 then down to the Stanislaus Valley floor. You can pick out well-known landmarks in the area such…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rouse Hill
Rouse Hill

Rouse Hill

Rouse Hill is a ridgeline trail with tremendous west and east views. This trail is predominately hard-packed dirt with a loose top layer. It can be a bit sandy in some sections but that will…
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Total Miles
16.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rouse Hill Road
Rouse Hill Road

Rouse Hill Road

Rouse Hill Road is for street-legal vehicles only; no green stickers or OHV vehicles. Full-size vehicles are at home here, as the trail is a single track with plenty of room. The beginning of this…
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Total Miles
16.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Rouse Ridge via Cottonwood
Rouse Ridge via Cottonwood

Rouse Ridge via Cottonwood

Rouse Ridge via Cottonwood is a trail that scales Rouse Ridge/Thomas Mountain using Cottonwood (6S18) and Thomas Mountain Rd (6S13). This trail offers stunning views in all directions as you ascend and descend the mountain.…
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Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Rowdy Cow
Rowdy Cow

Rowdy Cow

This is a lightly traveled dirt road with some ruts, loose rock, slight inclines, and narrow passages due to brush. Other challenges include snow in the winter snow and water crossings up to a foot…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rubicon Road - 13N66
Rubicon Road - 13N66

Rubicon Road - 13N66

This is NOT the Rubicon Trail. This is US Forestry Service fire road route number 13N66, known as Rubicon Road located in the Volcanoville area of Georgetown, California. It is located inside the Mosquito Fire…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rubicon Trail
Rubicon Trail

Rubicon Trail

Tucked deep in the Sierra Nevada mountains of Northern California lies one of the most iconic off-road trails in the world -- the Rubicon Trail. This rugged route is a rite of passage for 4x4…
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Total Miles
13.7
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Rubicon Trail Foundation Access Road
Rubicon Trail Foundation Access Road

Rubicon Trail Foundation Access Road

The entrance to the Rubicon Trail Foundation Property is marked by a sign posted on a tree, leading you down into the trees. The trail is no more challenging than the Rubicon Trail sections you've…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
7
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rubicon, East Side
Rubicon, East Side

Rubicon, East Side

The east side of the Rubicon provides nonstop challenges and extreme fun. Water can play a bigger role where the trail meanders along the volatile Rubicon River. You'll pass through Rubicon Springs Campground at no…
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Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Rubicon, West Side
Rubicon, West Side

Rubicon, West Side

The Rubicon is our all-time favorite. It's a mix of gorgeous scenery and very challenging terrain. Our group camped overnight at the halfway point below Buck Island Dam. The trail is under constant scrutiny by…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Rush Canyon Road
Rush Canyon Road

Rush Canyon Road

Rush Canyon Road starts as pavement on the north side of Sierra Highway. Once the pavement ends on the way up the hill, it is a mostly flat dirt road. It is a short road…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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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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