Chestnut Ridge Road/Auger Hole Road

Total Miles
6.4

Elevation

897.89 ft

Duration

3 Hours

Technical Rating

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

This out-and-back trail leads to a secluded camp spot on the Horsepasture River, which is a great place to take a dip on a hot summer day. It is tight with many switchbacks along the way. It can be accomplished with any stock, high-clearance 4WD, although pinstriping is very likely. 4-low is recommended to keep brake temperatures down. Airing down at the parking lot is also recommended, as many of the climbs are scrabbly. Come and enjoy the more private area of Gorges State Park.

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Difficulty

The trail leading out to the Horsepasture River is mostly downhill with 1 major climb and would be rated a 4 or so by itself. The climbs back out are long, some with sharp turns in the middle and some with more significant off-camber nature. The trail can still be done in a full-size pulling a camping trailer.

Technical Rating

Status Reports

Lyle Burgmann

Aug 31, 2024

2023 Rivian R1T

Open

Dusty

Well maintained with gravel, but very steep in places requiring 4WD for traction. Also very high ramps after dips requiring high clearance. Overall bery good off-roading trip down to Horsepasture River and back, but not technical. Rate it 2 or 3.

Rob Lilley

Aug 04, 2024

2023 Toyota 4Runner

Open

Rough/Deteriorated

Preston Harry

Jul 25, 2024

4x4

Obstructed

Downed Tree

4x4 definitely required, did the trail in the rain up until the tree was down, My Hummer H3 just barely over the clearance of the tree. Fun trail

Rob Lilley

Jul 13, 2024

2023 Toyota 4Runner

Open

Normal

Dusty

Trail is in good shape, lots of recent drainage work done it seems and plenty of loose ballast rock. Watch those brake temps otherwise not too much to worry about.