Manning Mill Spur - Forest Road 227A

This spur trail at the end of Forest Road 227 is a narrow, single-lane dirt path that connects Forest Roads 227 and 260, continuing east to a tight turnaround point. The trail is just wide enough for one vehicle, with potential for trail rash from overgrown brush. Several long water and mud holes are present along the route, but they generally have solid bases--maintaining a steady, consistent speed is recommended when crossing. While some bypasses exist, they cross into private property, so it's best to stay on the main trail. A couple of dry rutted sections may be more challenging for longer vehicles. There are no facilities in the area, and cell service is unreliable, so plan accordingly and come prepared with recovery gear--and ideally, travel with a second vehicle for safety.