Forest Road 6

Total Miles
4.7

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

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Forest Road 6
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Trail Overview

This route is a well-maintained gravel road that meanders through the Shawnee State Forest. It is an easy-going route with some excellent views and relaxing overlooks. Please do not venture off of the marked Forest Service roads in the State Forest land. There are no OHV trails.

Photos of Forest Road 6

Forest Road 6
Forest Road 6

Difficulty

This is an easy gravel road doable for any high-clearance 2WD or 4WD vehicle.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

Jeff C
Oct 14, 2025
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Grady B
Jan 06, 2025
2008 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Snow/Ice
Did this trail after a snow storm 9" it is a bit intense where the road is narrow and has a large drop off on one side
Nick B
Oct 13, 2024
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
trail was open and a fun ride with the family
Grady B
Jul 06, 2024
2008 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Normal
Very scenic drive do yourself a favor and stop at the look out tower the view from the top is amazing

Forest Road 6 can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV

Forest Road 6 Map

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