Steeles Creek - FS 228

Total Miles
3.9

Technical Rating

1

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This trail is fairly well maintained with gravel over hard-packed dirt. Some sections are narrow with pull-off areas, while others are wide enough for two vehicles to pass. A single water crossing has a warning sign advising caution during heavy rain and high water. Drivers should watch for narrow stretches with blind curves, and several short spur trails provide access to the creek.

Photos of Steeles Creek - FS 228

Steeles Creek - FS 228
Steeles Creek - FS 228

Difficulty

This trail is fairly well maintained with gravel over hard-packed dirt. Some sections are narrow with pull-off areas, while others are wide enough for vehicles to pass. A single water crossing includes a warning sign advising caution during periods of heavy rain and high water.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Steeles Creek - FS 228 can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

Access Description

Located within Pisgah Game Land off Highway 181, Forest Service Road 228 travels southeast and ends at a large camping area around the 4-mile mark. Numerous dispersed campsites line the route, often occupied by deer hunters during dog hunting season.

Steeles Creek - FS 228 Map

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