Porter Branch Road

Total Miles2.2
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeFall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

This is a public access dirt road that has a few simple water crossings. It's 2WD-friendly and easy to complete. The surrounding property off the road is private property, so be sure to stay on the road and do not drive up the creek to adhere to Tread Lightly standards as well as local laws.

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Difficulty

This is easily completed with a stock-height vehicle with all-terrain tires and 2WD.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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Josh McConnell
Jul 23, 2026
2018 Jeep JLU Sahara
Open
NormalMuddy/Wet
Open with some deeper than normal water due to heavy rains. Nice relaxing cruise.
Drew Gerhart
Jun 20, 2026
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Dusty
Wide open with no obstructions. Water levels were fine. Always enjoy this nice drive in the woods to help relax and re-enter. Be respectful of the local homeowners and stay on the posted trail.
John Sullivan
Jun 20, 2026
2025 Bronco Heritage
Open
Normal
Trail was open an clear. No tree limbs down. Easy and fun water crossings. Huge Owl flew across my path while making the final crossing.
Drew Gerhart
Feb 05, 2026
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Muddy/WetSnow/Ice
No trees down, completely passable with some patches of ice but two tracks have been worn through to dirt.
Jake Siler
Jan 10, 2026
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Brett N
Dec 24, 2025
Open
Normal
In great shape, we saw a few others out enjoying it as well.
Nick W
Nov 13, 2025
Open
Normal
A few water crossings that were not very deep. Nice little drive!
Kain Wilder
Nov 09, 2025
Open
Normal
Kyle cooper
Oct 01, 2025
Open
Normal
Passed one enduro bike/ dirt bike “think it was the mail guy” but trail is wide open. Low water as one 10/01. Some ruts but very passible. Be mindful of others and driveways.
Drew Gerhart
Dec 26, 2024
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Great conditions. All water levels normal at crossings. Tread Lightly and stay on the road.
Esteban Cervantes
Oct 20, 2024
Open
Normal
Started on the south end and moved north. I passed 2 small beds of water they were no problem but puddle #3 was a little too deep! Felt like over 12” but under 24” of water. If you have a lift in sure you’d pass fine but I turned around just in case I couldn’t clear it. Very pretty with the leaves changing color this time of the year.
Shane Talbot
Oct 16, 2024
2007 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Simple trail. Mostly compacted dirt. Three minor water crossings of just a few inches.
Wilson Snow
Oct 16, 2024
Open
NormalDusty
Drew Gerhart
Oct 09, 2024
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Water levels normal.
Mike The Mic Guy
Sep 18, 2024
2023 Jeep Gladiator
Open
DustyMuddy/Wet
Lots of ruts in the road, can easily get around or go through most of them. Water is shallow, even after the recent rain. Steep grades on one of the water crossings but nothing too technical.

Porter Branch Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

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