Carbaugh Road

Total Miles
1.3

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Carbaugh Road is a short but significant connector between District Road and Newman Road, winding through a mix of public forest and private land--please be respectful of residents and any posted boundaries. Along this gravel byway, you'll find direct access to the Carbaugh Reservoir, a serene spot favored for fishing, birding, and lakeside respite. The road also skirts the edge of the Carbaugh Run Natural Area, an ecologically important 780-acre zone protecting amphibian habitats and Native American rhyolite quarry sites. Though brief, Carbaugh Road opens up access to broader Michaux trails, primitive camping spots, and downhill multi-use corridors that branch off into the forest. It's a peaceful drive or ride with subtle charm--just mind private property signs and tread lightly so landowners and the forest can coexist harmoniously.

Photos of Carbaugh Road

Carbaugh Road
Carbaugh Road

Difficulty

Rated a 2 in difficulty, the road is generally passable in good weather, but winter maintenance is not necessarily provided.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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Carbaugh Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV

Carbaugh Road Map

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