Thunderhole - FS 4071

Total Miles
2.0

Technical Rating

Easy

Best Time

Fall, Summer, Spring

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Thunderhole is a small offshoot of Edgemont Road that features a narrower and slightly rougher trail. The majority of the route is well-maintained gravel, though a few ruts and small muddy sections are scattered throughout. While the trail is accessible to most vehicles, some ground clearance is recommended. Due to the narrow nature of the trail, passing other vehicles can be difficult without pulling off into less stable terrain. A significant and deep washout caused by Hurricane Helene marks the end of the trail. Given the potential instability of the surrounding ground, extreme caution is advised near this area. Along the way, several small bridges cross scenic creeks, offering a powerful visual reminder of the storm's force. A few hiking trails also branch off along the route, allowing for further exploration of the surrounding forest.

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Difficulty

The trail is slightly more difficult than others in the area, with the primary challenges being ruts, potholes, and a few narrow sections. Additionally, since the trail is bidirectional, encountering oncoming vehicles can pose a challenge in tighter areas.

Technical Rating

Status Reports

Road is still just gone. Totally impassable. I was on my bike

2wd until the closure. It could easily be run in a taller 2wd car like a Crown Vic, but there are a couple rocks that could cause issues for something with low clearance.

Most of the trail as well as globe Road to get there is perfectly fine however, the second bridge is out and is impossible to cross 10 to 15 foot drop.