Trail Overview
Serving as a rugged continuation near the terminus of FS 1631, the Dollar Quarry trail operates as a brief, highly unique out-and-back backcountry spur. The surrounding environment provides a dramatic visual transition, shifting from a lush, heavily shaded evergreen forest into a wide-open, starkly rocky landscape carved by historical earth-moving operations. Outdoor explorers and overlanders frequently utilize this short pathway to access both the upper and lower tiers of the abandoned quarry site. The driving surface is a distinct departure from typical forest roads, featuring a foundation of rough, broken shale and loose aggregate that earns the route a moderate Grade 2 difficulty rating. An open, heavy-duty green gate marks the entrance to the track, ushering visitors toward the expansive, flat clearings at the end of the line. These wide, rocky plateaus serve as excellent, highly secluded dispersed campsites, offering ample room to turn around and establish a large, private basecamp tucked against the treeline.
Difficulty
Earning a moderate Grade 2 difficulty rating, this out-and-back quarry spur abandons smooth dirt and gravel in favor of a jagged, highly textured foundation. Severe technical off-road obstacles such as deep mud bogs, intimidating rock crawls, and steep, perilous shelf drop-offs are completely absent from the relatively flat journey. Instead, the primary challenge is the continuous layer of rough, broken shale that blankets the corridor. Navigating this sharp, chunky surface requires a slow, deliberate crawling speed to prevent potential tire punctures and to keep the ride comfortable for passengers. While high clearance isn't strictly mandatory for massive obstacles, maintaining a cautious pace and careful wheel placement ensures a safe, successful arrival at the spacious quarry campsites.
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