Shell Rock Road

Total Miles 5
Technical Rating
3 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Open Trail Map

Trail Overview

This road is mostly rock/shale/gravel Forest Service Road. It is a rough rocky road with deep shoulder drop-offs from 3' to 30' in some areas. There is Shell Rock creek that runs along it. The foliage in the fall makes for an excellent trail. Wildlife is out along this trail. The trail can be run in both directions from north to south. There are several cut-off trails along this loop. There is dispersed camping in the National Forest and be sure to check for trail closures and burn bans for the area with the National Forest services. This trail can be taken in any stock 4x4 with little concern.

Photos of Shell Rock Road

Difficulty

Mostly Shale / Rock / Gravel. Some rocks 3" to 6" in diameter. Watch for sharp rocks to not damage a tire. Shoulder of road drop off varys as creek winds along the road. Some area it is 3' to 30' drop off of the shoulder of road. Road is narrow with a few places to pass oncoming traffic. Some pin stripping possible. Remember to stay on trail and treadlightly.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Add Status Report
NTX Overland
Nov 08, 2025
Open
Pretty side trail in a big network of FS roads. Gets a little tight but 2wd friendly
Thomas Blackwell
May 25, 2024
Open
Nicolas Jordan
Sep 09, 2023
Open

Shell Rock Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

Shell Rock Road Map

The onX Offroad Difference

onX Offroad combines trail photos, descriptions, difficulty ratings, width restrictions, seasonality, and more in a user-friendly interface. Available on all devices, with offline access and full compatibility with CarPlay and Android Auto. Discover what you're missing today!

Open Trail Map