Scroggins Ridge to Rock Creek

Total Miles6.3
Technical Rating
3Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Scroggins Ridge 1171 is a gravel forest road in Mark Twain National Forest that descends south from highway 76 down to Rock Creek. There are 6 creek crossings that can be challenging after heavy rains. Due to extreme drought conditions in 2022, caution needs to be taken for falling trees and branches along the trail. As you continue deeper into the forest, you will climb Section 10 road to Bean Ridge Road, which ends at an incredible campsite with an overlooking view. When driving this trail, a tree was down that was too large for us to continue on to the campsite. Several areas along Rock Creek have been washed out from heavy storms, and Bean Ridge is becoming overgrown.

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Difficulty

During dry conditions this trail can be easily driven in 2WD with high clearance. After heavy rains the 6 creek crossings can become challenging with rushing water and sections of the trail completely covered. The further back you go the more the trail has become overgrown.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

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Matt Marcotte
Jun 07, 2026
Open
Muddy/Wet
Pretty muddy with some deep mud holes near the tight turn near the creek. Other than that, over grown but still really good. Campsite at the top is in very good condition too.
Iam MSG
Apr 25, 2026
2026 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal
Trail is clear and open, with a couple shallow mud holes after the recent rain.
Boe Milton
Dec 27, 2025
Obstructed
Downed Tree
Several trees across trail
Chris P.
Jul 27, 2025
2021 Jeep Wrangler
Open
NormalDusty
Stephen Smith
Apr 11, 2025
2020 Chevrolet Colorado
Open
NormalDusty
nice easy path.
Gabriel M
Nov 16, 2024
Open
DustyMuddy/Wet
Pretty solid trail but busy due to hunting season just starting
Tyler Brown
Mar 16, 2024
Open
Normal
Isaac Henley
Mar 13, 2024
Permanently Closed
Posted Private PropertyLocked Gate
At the head of the trail there was a gate with no trespassing signs.
Zach Cole
Oct 13, 2023
Open
NormalRough/Deteriorated
Justin Franke
May 13, 2023
Obstructed
Washout
Rob Chirpich
Apr 27, 2023
2022 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal

Scroggins Ridge to Rock Creek Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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