RS South East

Total Miles2.4
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

RS SouthEast travels over fine, loose dirt that can become more difficult when wet. Ruts remain around 2–5 inches deep, while several rock ledges reach 5–8 inches tall. Some sections reach approximately 8° off-camber. The route offers expansive 360° views of the surrounding mountain ranges and desert. Camping is abundant throughout, with numerous large, level campsites offering excellent views. Some group sites are large enough to accommodate up to 30 vehicles.

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Difficulty

This trail is rated Level 2 because of its loose surface, 2–5-inch ruts, 5–8-inch rock ledges, and sections reaching 8° off-camber. The obstacles require some careful driving but remain relatively mild.

History

The BLM lands south of Pahrump lie along historic travel corridors used by Indigenous peoples for generations and later by Spanish explorers, miners, ranchers, and settlers crossing the Mojave Desert. Portions of the nearby Old Spanish Trail became an important 19th-century trade route connecting settlements in New Mexico with Southern California, leaving the region with a long history of desert travel and exploration.

Technical Rating

2

RS South East Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

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