Off-Road Trails in Kentucky

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Learn more about River Beach Access
River Beach Access

River Beach Access

The trail follows along the edge of a field before dropping down by the water's edge. You may encounter a few small mud holes on your way. The beach is rocky and big enough to…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Rock Creek Road
Rock Creek Road

Rock Creek Road

Rock Creek Road parallels the stream from which it gets its name for approximately 8.2 miles. While there are several day use and dispersed campsites along the road it also passes by some private property.…
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Total Miles
8.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Rock Garden - 6 to C Road
Rock Garden - 6 to C Road

Rock Garden - 6 to C Road

The Rock Garden, or the 6 to C Road, is a steeper semi-maintained, gravel and dirt primary road. It connects point to point from the 6 intersection and goes uphill to the C intersection, ultimately…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Rock Lick / Pipeline Exit
Rock Lick / Pipeline Exit

Rock Lick / Pipeline Exit

This is a very scenic trail that runs along and through Rock Lick Creek. There are multiple creek crossings, as well a few deep and off-camber mud holes. Most of the deep mud holes have…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Rockcastle Exploring River Bypass
Rockcastle Exploring River Bypass

Rockcastle Exploring River Bypass

This wooded, mountain road is an easy gravel bypass. The road takes you by the Wildcat Mountain Civil War monuments and battlefield. It's a very beautiful drive and full of history.
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Roger's Road - FS 113
Roger's Road - FS 113

Roger's Road - FS 113

Roger's Road - FS 113 is a gravel forest service road through the inland center-north Kentucky section of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. This road features small rolling hills and beautiful tree…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Ryans Mountain Road
Ryans Mountain Road

Ryans Mountain Road

Ryans Mountain Road is a well-maintained gravel route that's two vehicles wide for the majority of its nearly six-mile length. It climbs from Kentucky State Highway 1470 before dropping back down from the ridgeline in…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about S-Tree Road (FSR 20-1)
S-Tree Road (FSR 20-1)

S-Tree Road (FSR 20-1)

This is a well-maintained gravel Forest Service road; a small portion lies along the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway and the Kentucky Adventure Trail Main 1. This trail can be accessed from several of the trails…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about S-Tree Tower Road (FSR 100)
S-Tree Tower Road (FSR 100)

S-Tree Tower Road (FSR 100)

Part of the Kentucky Adventure Trail Main 1 Section, this heavily forested section is a must-see. This trail winds through groves of hemlock forests and runs alongside Racoon Creek. It has a small water crossing…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Gap Road (FSR 731)
Sand Gap Road (FSR 731)

Sand Gap Road (FSR 731)

This is a dead-end Forest Service road. It likely has spectacular fall foliage, and there is a small cave entrance labeled on the Forest Service map. The "cave entrance" is less than expected, with litter…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Lick Rd
Sand Lick Rd

Sand Lick Rd

This is a dirt and gravel road with large ruts and deep puddles. It is a very scenic trail with a few side trails to explore. There are some creek crossings, as well a place…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sand Lick Road
Sand Lick Road

Sand Lick Road

Sand Lick Road begins in the heart of Powell County, Kentucky, and offers an off-road route that weaves through a mix of dirt and gravel surfaces. The road starts with a relatively easy drive, featuring…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Scout Trail - FS 141
Scout Trail - FS 141

Scout Trail - FS 141

Scout Trail (FS 141) is a gravel and natural-improved forest service road through the center-west Kentucky section, paralleling one mile inland from Kentucky Lake, within the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The FS…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shagnast Hill
Shagnast Hill

Shagnast Hill

This trail can be extreme. It is a shortcut over the hill from Arrington Pass and has really steep hill climbs with tree roots, rocks, and mud. However, there is a hidden gem: it boasts…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Shanklin Creek - FS 158
Shanklin Creek - FS 158

Shanklin Creek - FS 158

Shanklin Creek Road (FS 158) is a gravel forest service road through the center-east Kentucky section, Lake Barkley side, of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The 158 comes off from the Energy…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shaw Branch - FS 154
Shaw Branch - FS 154

Shaw Branch - FS 154

Shaw Branch Road (FS 154) is a gravel forest service road through the center-east Kentucky section, Lake Barkley side, of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. This route takes off from the Energy…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Silo Trail - 5 to B Road
Silo Trail - 5 to B Road

Silo Trail - 5 to B Road

The Silo Trail, or the 5 to B Road, is a natural dirt-based primary road, connecting point to point from the 5 intersection and going over several hills towards the B intersection and historic Silo…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Silver Creek - Playground Area
Silver Creek - Playground Area

Silver Creek - Playground Area

This is a part of the unmaintained county road, Maple Grove Road. This trail travels along Silver Creek and has many offshoots and playground areas. Large mud holes, hill climbs, the wall, and other fun…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Simon Hill Road
Simon Hill Road

Simon Hill Road

This is a shortcut between Daughtery Rd, and New Hope on the DBBB. It is short, but has a steep descent towards Crooked Creek Road. It is a tight, rocky trail with some off-camber areas…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Sinking Creek
Sinking Creek

Sinking Creek

Sinking Creek is a very scenic trail that features large rock walls and a few springs that feed out of the rock. The large variety of plant life almost makes it seem tropical in the…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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ATV trails in Kentucky

Learn more about 1 to 2 Road
1 to 2 Road

1 to 2 Road

The 1 to 2 Road, is a semi-maintained creek gravel and dirt primary road, with natural tendencies, connecting point to point from the 1 intersection to the 2 intersection in Turkey Bay OHV, within the…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 101
101

101

101 runs from the General Store / Parking Area to the south side of the park out to State Highway 510. This route would be a main trailhead to access many of the other park…
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Total Miles
12.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about 101A
101A

101A

Depending on the rig, this trail can become relatively narrow and tight, making maneuvering technical. It runs through a thick area of pine trees and has a natural dirt surface. Several turns and curves make…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 102
102

102

102 is just across from the General Store / Office and goes along the kudzu (Pueraria Montana)- covered hillside. As you ascend the hillside, you can overlook the General Store / Office, Stage, and Parking…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Summer, Fall
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Kentucky

Learn more about 1 to 2 Road
1 to 2 Road

1 to 2 Road

The 1 to 2 Road, is a semi-maintained creek gravel and dirt primary road, with natural tendencies, connecting point to point from the 1 intersection to the 2 intersection in Turkey Bay OHV, within the…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 101
101

101

101 runs from the General Store / Parking Area to the south side of the park out to State Highway 510. This route would be a main trailhead to access many of the other park…
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Total Miles
12.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about 101A
101A

101A

Depending on the rig, this trail can become relatively narrow and tight, making maneuvering technical. It runs through a thick area of pine trees and has a natural dirt surface. Several turns and curves make…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 102
102

102

102 is just across from the General Store / Office and goes along the kudzu (Pueraria Montana)- covered hillside. As you ascend the hillside, you can overlook the General Store / Office, Stage, and Parking…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Summer, Fall
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