Hoag Pass Road

Total Miles
4.8

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This gentle, winding gravel road travels through the BLM's Nestucca River Recreation Area, connecting Bald Mountain Road to Nestucca River Rd. It provides access to numerous ATV trails, so be aware of trail crossings and oncoming traffic. The canopy is predominantly old-growth Douglas Fir, Western Hemlock, and Red Alder, with ferns, wetland foliage, and seasonal flowers as understory. The road crosses the Nestucca River at the West end via a narrow bridge, with river access for wading available nearby. Oregon OHV/ATV Permits are required. Cell service, water, and restrooms are not available. Camping is restricted to the BLM's designated campgrounds.

Photos of Hoag Pass Road

Hoag Pass Road
Hoag Pass Road

Difficulty

This is a well-graded, well-maintained road. It is single vehicle width for the majority; however, it is wide enough for wide vehicles and trailers, with frequent pull-out areas for passing. There are frequent seasonal pot-holes, but no ruts or obstacles. Be prepared for downed trees and branches in winter and early spring, or after a major wind event.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Hoag Pass Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

From Carlton | Take Northwest Meadow Lake Road to Bald Mtn Road, then south to the east start of Hoag Pass Road. From Blaine (West) | Take Nestucca River Road east towards the Elk Bend Recreation Site. Hoag Pass Road begins 1/2 mile west of Elk Bend. (Note: As of 4/5/2026, Nestucca River Road is closed for a short section between Elk Creek Road and Dovre Tie Road, near the Elk Bend Recreation Site.)

Hoag Pass Road Map

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