Burden Falls Road

Total Miles
1.6

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Burden Falls Road is a gravel route within Shawnee National Forest that connects the small community of McCormick to Burden Falls Road (402). The road is generally easy to follow and consists of typical forest gravel terrain with occasional uneven sections. This route provides a quieter, more scenic approach to the Burden Falls area, making it a good option for those looking to access nearby hiking trails and natural features without using main paved roads. Visitors should be aware of changing road conditions after rain and follow all posted rules and regulations within the forest.

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Burden Falls Road
Burden Falls Road

Difficulty

Easy. This is a maintained gravel road suitable for most 2WD vehicles in dry conditions. Minor uneven sections may be present, especially after rainfall, but there are no significant obstacles.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Burden Falls Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV

Burden Falls Road Map

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