FS 527/FS 527A
Total Miles
2.5
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type
Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Trail Overview
This forest service road is located right outside of Raleigh on Highway 35 in the Shongelo Ranger District. FS527 runs right into FS527A and that road dead ends into a 3 rig-sized campsite where you're very likely to see wildlife. This particular road is very well maintained other than a few spots where the gravel washes out and it gets muddy. It's very wide throughout the entire thing, so don't be worried about pin-striping. During the fall and winter, this trail is very busy from deer hunters. You should have cell service throughout the area.
Photos of FS 527/FS 527A
Difficulty
Hard-packed gravel with occasional washouts. If it has rained recently you can expect mud in the washouts.
Status Reports
FS 527/FS 527A can be accessed by the following ride types:
- High-Clearance 4x4
- SUV
FS 527/FS 527A Map
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