Trail Overview

This loop consists of several National Forest Service roads within the southwestern portion of the Croatan National Forest. Following Service Roads 199, 166, 3014, 176, 175, and 144, you will encounter well-maintained gravel roads accessible by any vehicle with minimal to no obstacles to encounter. While traveling, caution should be used as wildlife is common.

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Difficulty

All roads throughout this loop are well-maintained. Vehicles at stock ride height will not have issues throughout the entirety of this route under normal conditions.

Technical Rating

Cyril Kuhn

May 25, 2026

Open

Beautiful trail, saw some wildlife. Other than the trash people dumped in places, nice trails