Off-Road Trails in Nevada

The majority of the road is smooth and graded. However, there are sections that can have sticky mud, washed out from seasonal creeks that have a potential for high clearance. Carrizo Plain can get very hot in the summer and very cold in the winter. The best time to go in the spring to check out the ...
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A historical route at the southern end of Death Valley National Park. The route is 32 miles in length through one of the most remote and arid parts of Death Valley - be prepared. The HWER is a bit of a chameleon in that it can range from easily passable by a passenger car to completely impassable by...
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Shuteye Peak is a challenging and highly rewarding trail designed for intermediate to experienced four-wheel-drive enthusiasts seeking rugged terrain and spectacular high-altitude vistas. Located in the Bass Lake Ranger District within the Sierra National Forest, this route stretches approximately 6...
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This canyon is comprised of old mining roads that have seen decades of erosion. You start down at Packard Flat. This area has flour-fine dirt that will cover everything in dust. Proceeding to the top of the hill is Red Bird Mine. The road is cut narrow into the side mountain and has been eroded over...
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Soda Creek Logging Camp offers an engaging and scenic all-day offroad adventure through historic timberlands, making it perfect for beginners and families seeking a beautiful mountain drive with deep historical roots. Running approximately 18 miles between Highway 108 and Highway 4, this route climb...
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Wallace Canyon Road is a scenic mountain climb on the west side of the Spring Mountains that offers four-wheel-drive enthusiasts and SxS riders a gradual but rewarding ascent with stunning desert vistas. Starting on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land east of Pahrump, Nevada, this 6.6-mile route cl...
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Hughes Cabin-Horse Springs Road is an easy, scenic gravel route perfect for beginners, families, and any high- or low-clearance vehicle looking for a relaxing drive near Pahrump, Nevada. Stretched across approximately 6.2 miles, this wide and well-maintained gravel road steadily climbs 1,586 feet fr...
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Mazourka Canyon is an exceptional trail for intermediate to advanced offroaders seeking a scenic yet challenging climb from the Owens Valley floor up into the rugged Inyo Mountains. Starting near Independence, California, this 35.7-mile route begins as an easy, graded road suitable for most vehicles...
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A nice graded main route into the area. This trail ends at the warm springs recreation area inside the Kirch Wildlife Management Area. It passes a nice established campground with large sites complete with shade structures, fire rings, and picnic tables. The campground has pit toilets and an RV dump...
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Goler Canyon Road offers offroaders an adventurous and scenic climb from the floor of Panamint Valley up to the rugged heights of Mengel Pass in Death Valley National Park. Perfect for high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles, this nine-mile trail transitions from a straightforward, relatively easy ...
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West Side Road - DVNP is an easy, 36-mile dirt route perfect for beginners, crossover SUVs, and stock four-wheel-drive vehicles seeking a quiet, scenic alternative to the paved Badwater Road. Situated entirely below sea level with elevations ranging from nearly 280 feet below sea level to 40 feet be...
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Death Valley is famous for its barren valleys and soaring vistas, but few people wander into its more remote regions like Saline Valley. The road into this area is dirt and often heavily corrugated and strewn with rocks or sand. Most vehicles with AWD or 4WD can tackle the trail, but good tires, a s...
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This trail has beautiful scenery that includes tree-filtered views of Lake Tahoe, Aspen groves, grassy meadows, a couple of small year-round streams, and the classic Sierra Nevada Mountain Forest. It is recommended for 4WD or AWD vehicles with higher clearance. Both ends of the trail offer paved sta...
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This is a super easy trail, with tons of offroading to explore. When we did the trail the snow melt was in full swing tons of water flowing in creeks everywhere. There are tons of offroading to explore from this main trail. Lots of camping spots and just places to stop and explore as well.
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Mead Davis Powerline Road is a scenic 13.5-mile off-road trail ideal for four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and dirt bikes looking for a direct descent from the desert mountains to the shores of Lake Mohave. Starting near the base of Spirit Mountain at an elevation of 3,860 feet, the route descends ov...
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A long trip, 54 miles, starts and ends at Whitney Pockets. The trail is pretty much half washes, half gravel. I did this trip in my Highlander but loads more fun in my Jeep or RZR. Whitney Pockets is 25 miles from Gold Butte trailhead. If using RZR, take fuel, or you can stage the trailer at Whitney...
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Hard Pack dirt with small water crossings and mud holes the trail runs close to the Owens River so there is plenty of fishing, a small freshwater pond for summer swimming, plenty of off-grid camping spots, and a lot of side spurs. A lifted stock 2-wheel drive should have no problem crossing this tra...
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This 17.5-mile loop trail takes you through a petroglyph wash and passes the Old Cohenour Mine. Don't miss the petroglyphs at 3 miles into the trail (right before the loop). This trail is passable by stock 4WD vehicles. Enjoy the scenic canyon views or take a weekend and camp in one of the several b...
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This scenic, point-to-point route from Moapa to Caliente via Barclay is ideal for offroaders seeking an expansive, low-difficulty journey through diverse desert landscapes, transitioning into forested high-country elevations. Spanning approximately 90.7 miles, the trail takes drivers from a starting...
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Spectacular views of Reno abound from high above on this trail that traverses historic Peavine Mountain. In stark contrast to the urban hustle and bustle of Reno, Peavine showcases the desolate beauty of the harsh high desert that defines much of Nevada. Standing as the City of Reno's northwest boun...
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This canyon is comprised of old mining roads that have seen decades of erosion. You start down at Packard Flat. This area has flour-fine dirt that will cover everything in dust. Proceeding to the top of the hill is Red Bird Mine. The road is cut narrow into the side mountain and has been eroded over...
Learn more about South Relief Canyon

Wallace Canyon Road is a scenic mountain climb on the west side of the Spring Mountains that offers four-wheel-drive enthusiasts and SxS riders a gradual but rewarding ascent with stunning desert vistas. Starting on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land east of Pahrump, Nevada, this 6.6-mile route cl...
Learn more about Wallace Canyon Road

Hughes Cabin-Horse Springs Road is an easy, scenic gravel route perfect for beginners, families, and any high- or low-clearance vehicle looking for a relaxing drive near Pahrump, Nevada. Stretched across approximately 6.2 miles, this wide and well-maintained gravel road steadily climbs 1,586 feet fr...
Learn more about Hughes Cabin-Horse Springs Road

A nice graded main route into the area. This trail ends at the warm springs recreation area inside the Kirch Wildlife Management Area. It passes a nice established campground with large sites complete with shade structures, fire rings, and picnic tables. The campground has pit toilets and an RV dump...
Learn more about Dave Deacon Camp Dr. and Hot Creek

This canyon is comprised of old mining roads that have seen decades of erosion. You start down at Packard Flat. This area has flour-fine dirt that will cover everything in dust. Proceeding to the top of the hill is Red Bird Mine. The road is cut narrow into the side mountain and has been eroded over...
Learn more about South Relief Canyon

Wallace Canyon Road is a scenic mountain climb on the west side of the Spring Mountains that offers four-wheel-drive enthusiasts and SxS riders a gradual but rewarding ascent with stunning desert vistas. Starting on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land east of Pahrump, Nevada, this 6.6-mile route cl...
Learn more about Wallace Canyon Road

Hughes Cabin-Horse Springs Road is an easy, scenic gravel route perfect for beginners, families, and any high- or low-clearance vehicle looking for a relaxing drive near Pahrump, Nevada. Stretched across approximately 6.2 miles, this wide and well-maintained gravel road steadily climbs 1,586 feet fr...
Learn more about Hughes Cabin-Horse Springs Road

A nice graded main route into the area. This trail ends at the warm springs recreation area inside the Kirch Wildlife Management Area. It passes a nice established campground with large sites complete with shade structures, fire rings, and picnic tables. The campground has pit toilets and an RV dump...
Learn more about Dave Deacon Camp Dr. and Hot Creek