Deadman Road

Total Miles
11.5

Technical Rating

1

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Deadman Road is a straightforward and accessible route that is double-wide for its entirety, making it suitable for all vehicles. The drive is smooth with no obstacles, though it does feature multiple hairpin turns and blind corners that require attention, especially when encountering oncoming traffic. The road trends downhill, traveling Westward, leading drivers through the forest before opening up to expansive views at the end, where the scenery rewards the effort with sweeping mountain vistas.

Photos of Deadman Road

Deadman Road
Deadman Road

Difficulty

This is a wide, easy road with no obstacles to navigate.

History

Historically, Deadman Road connects closely with the Deadman Lookout area in the Roosevelt National Forest, a region long used for both recreation and forest management. The road provided early access for logging and fire monitoring efforts tied to the Deadman Lookout Tower, a historic fire-spotting station near the summit. Today, the road is primarily enjoyed by outdoor enthusiasts, but it still carries the legacy of its utilitarian beginnings, blending mountain history with the recreational opportunities of the modern day.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Deadman Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

Follow Deadman Lookout, and instead of going toward the lookout at the summit, continue straight (Westward).

Deadman Road Map

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