Gold Bar Road

Total Miles5.3
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeWinter, Fall, Spring
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This trail starts out easy with a graded two-lane washboard dirt road by the private Big Red Art Barn. Look, but please don't touch. It also appears people camp in the parking lot by the many fire rings scattered about. Technically it's BLM land, so It could be allowed. Always e sure to check with the local ranger station to be sure. A ways past the barn, the trail climbs into the hills and narrows to a solid 2 trail with small washouts and one lane. A few lite sharp rocky sections present themselves as well. The trail ends on the hillside below the main mine, and to continue, one would need to do so on foot. There are expansive views of the valley below and full 3G Verizon service that fades in and out. This trail ends within the Death Valley National Park, be sure to observe all the park rules and stay on the trail.

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Difficulty

Washboard graded in the lower section ends with an easy two-track and small hill climb.

Technical Rating

2

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Nick
Oct 24, 2026
2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Offroad Premium
Open
Pretty easy trail for the newbies that we are, with a few challenging spots. We stopped at the Death Valley border out of respect for the rules and hiked up to the mine. Pretty much just a big hole in the ground. But the weather was awesome and there was no one around for miles, with great views.
CJ Maurer
Jun 25, 2023
Open
Dusty

Gold Bar Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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