Trail Overview

This gravel and dirt road connects Frank Davis Road with Carpenter Road on the northern side of Green Ridge State Forest. Dispersed camping sites are located along the route, and a swimming hole can be found at the intersection of Carpenter Road and 15 Mile Creek Road. Four-wheel drive is not needed in spring, summer, or fall but may be required in winter when snow or ice is present. A steep incline near the Frank Davis Road entrance can become slick during colder months.

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Difficulty

This route is easy to travel and suitable for most vehicles, with four-wheel drive only necessary in the winter months when snow or ice is present.

Technical Rating

Brennen St Germain

Jul 05, 2026

Obstructed

Downed Tree

Tree down

Colin McPheeters

Jun 26, 2026

2004 Lexus GX

Open

NormalMuddy/Wet

Normal conditions, a little muddy from the recent rain but didn’t require 4wd.

Spencer David

Mar 21, 2026

2022 RAM 2500

Open

Normal

Coming home from Rocky Gap SP wanted to connect Green Ridge to Buchanan for a route I built. Lots of campers this first full day of spring, and bugs.