Tusas Ridge

Total Miles
9.7

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Tusas Ridge runs north from FSR-222 and dead-ends shy 10 miles to the west after a few substantial elevation changes. The primarily dirt two-track trail can be extremely muddy after wet weather, with smaller loose rocks up to 10 inches in size being the only other obstacle. Some minor rutting and mild off-camber sections complement the area, and a few areas that give expansive open views of the nearby valleys. The dense trees and open meadows provide the trail with a diverse opportunity for dispersed camping that is permitted along the entire length. Cell coverage between T-Mobile and AT&T is moderate to strong, and extremely weak with Verizon. Downed trees are common in this area, and a chainsaw is recommended due to the size of the pine.

Photos of Tusas Ridge

Tusas Ridge
Tusas Ridge

Difficulty

Drivers will encounter some loose rocks up to 10 inches in size, along with some rutting that can be up to 12 inches in depth and slightly off-camber sections. Downed trees are the biggest concern in the area, a chainsaw is recommended.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Tusas Ridge can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

Take SH-285 south from Tres Piedras to FS 222 Las Tablas to Tres Piedras trail. The Tusas Ridge trailhead is located approximately 3 miles in from the turnoff at 285.

Tusas Ridge Map

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