Trail Overview
Forking north directly from Abbott Road - FS 4610000, 4610220, also known as Round Wolf Quarry- serves as a stunning out-and-back forest spur. The pathway runs through the vibrant, dense timber of the Mt. Hood National Forest, skirting the eastern boundary of the pristine Salmon Huckleberry Wilderness. Outdoor recreationists and sightseers frequent this route to connect with FS 4610046 spur and to capture majestic, unobstructed views of Mount Hood near the beginning of the drive. The driving surface consists of a well-graded gravel foundation that earns a highly accessible Grade 1 difficulty rating. The journey begins as a wide double-track before gently narrowing into a single-lane corridor tucked safely beneath the shaded tree canopy. With a consistent, exceptionally mild grade of five percent or less, the track is effortless to follow as it weaves through the picturesque woodland. Ultimately, the trail reaches an intentional dead-end marked by a barricade of large boulders and earthen mounds, blocking access to an abandoned roadbed and requiring travelers to execute a simple turnaround to exit the forest.
Difficulty
Earning an effortless Grade 1 difficulty rating, this out-and-back woodland spur features a consistently smooth, hard-packed gravel base completely devoid of technical off-road challenges. Deep mud bogs, intimidating rock crawls, steep shelf drop-offs, and severe washouts are entirely absent from the corridor. The exceptionally mild elevation changes remain at or below a five percent grade throughout the entirety of the route, allowing for a relaxed, continuous cruising speed. Non-technical terrain considerations are strictly limited to navigating a few minor, shallow potholes and small drainage ruts scattered sparsely along the track. Under normal dry weather conditions, the predictable surface and lack of significant obstructions make this an incredibly easy and highly enjoyable mountain drive.
