Off-Road Trails in Tennessee

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Learn more about Island Forty Road
Island Forty Road

Island Forty Road

The Island Forty Road, is a dirt based road that traverses into the Shelby Wildlife Management Area which is part of the greater Meeman-Shelby State Park. The road is mostly dirt with a few patches…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Jacobs Creek
Jacobs Creek

Jacobs Creek

This is a combination of gravel and dirt. It starts in the Jacobs Creek area and travels through the Cherokee National Forest from Tennessee into Virginia. There are a few camping locations along the way,…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Jennings Creek Road
Jennings Creek Road

Jennings Creek Road

Jennings Creek Road travels along the border of Cherokee National Forest between the Horse Creek Recreation Area and the Old Forge NF Campground. The campground has walk-in sites with a parking lot only 10 to…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Jones Creek Road
Jones Creek Road

Jones Creek Road

Jones Creek Road takes you to to a primitive campsite and a paved boat ramp on Lake Kentucky. The trail is a gravel forestry road with some soft sand spots that can turn into mud…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Kimsey MTN (Old 68 HWY)
Kimsey MTN (Old 68 HWY)

Kimsey MTN (Old 68 HWY)

Kimsey Mountain Trail on Old Highway 68 is one of the most underestimated trails around. Travel this in the winter and early spring and you will find out what I mean. Every turn greets you…
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Total Miles
14.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter
Learn more about Ladd Springs Road (221)
Ladd Springs Road (221)

Ladd Springs Road (221)

This short road is an easy drive that is primarily dirt with some paved areas. The road is passable by most vehicles with minimal obstacles to encounter. The end of the road connects with the…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Laura Thompson Trail
Laura Thompson Trail

Laura Thompson Trail

This is roughly a 3/4 mile long unmaintained trail in Cedars of Lebanon State Park. This is not a very difficult terrain, but if it has rained beforehand, then it will be full of water…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Little Gassaway - Trail NF45
Little Gassaway - Trail NF45

Little Gassaway - Trail NF45

This is a reasonably well-maintained road that starts at Ocoee Number Three Dam. It is one of the main access trails for the Big Frog Wilderness Area Trails. You will gain almost 1000 feet of…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Little Mountain
Little Mountain

Little Mountain

This is a relatively tame FS road that offers some camp spots, scenic views, and a peaceful drive through the mountains. Although the trail is mostly flat, you will encounter some potholes and small rocks…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Little Stoney Creek/Laurel Fork
Little Stoney Creek/Laurel Fork

Little Stoney Creek/Laurel Fork

A nice, simple trail connecting Watauga Lake and Dennis Cove Campground through the Cherokee National Forest. There are a few decent camping spots, no cellular service, and minimal traffic. However, it is single lane in…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Long Fork Waterfall
Long Fork Waterfall

Long Fork Waterfall

Woodard Road is not a technical route; it is an easy gravel road leading down to a shallow creek crossing that includes a waterfall. The creek is shallow but the rock bottom can be slick.…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Lost Creek & Clear Creek
Lost Creek & Clear Creek

Lost Creek & Clear Creek

This route provides a bit more challenge and adrenaline than the majority of the roads in Chuck Swan WMA, but still keeps it well within the capabilities of most stock and slightly modified 4x4s. Along…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Mad Dog
Mad Dog

Mad Dog

This trail runs from North River Rd Shortcut - 216 to the Cherohala Skyway in the Cherokee National Forest. This trail is mainly dirt with some small rocks. It winds through clearings and forest. Beware…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Main Forest Road
Main Forest Road

Main Forest Road

Main Forest Road runs from the entrance to Chuck Swan State Forest until it meets Forks of River Road, which will take you to the very end of this route. It's relatively smooth in comparison…
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Total Miles
13.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Massengale Mountain
Massengale Mountain

Massengale Mountain

This route starts just off of I-75 and has you up in the mountains within minutes. While the top portion of the track is relatively smooth and graded, the switchbacks ascending the ridge include washouts,…
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Total Miles
14.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about McCormick Cemetery Road - Trail 24
McCormick Cemetery Road - Trail 24

McCormick Cemetery Road - Trail 24

This trail is a maintained gravel road that connects several other popular trails. At one end it connects to Trail 19, and at the other end, it connects to Trail 25. Trail 37 is also…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about McFarland Rd
McFarland Rd

McFarland Rd

The route is a Forest Service road in the Cherokee National Forrest. The road is wide enough for two vehicles. It is mostly gravel and dirt with a few washouts. Be sure to watch out…
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Total Miles
21.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about McQueen's Gap
McQueen's Gap

McQueen's Gap

This is the only unpaved route across South Holston Mountain. There are many off shoot trails that are open seasonally, but the main route isn't ever closed. You can access the Appalachian Trail from the…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Meadow Creek Tower Road
Meadow Creek Tower Road

Meadow Creek Tower Road

This short two-mile trail is a great quick route to visit the tower. It's relatively tame outside of a few sections with larger rocks. When paired with Big Clifty, it makes for a nice 10-mile…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Moore Road
Moore Road

Moore Road

Moore Road is a narrow, single-track dirt trail tucked within the scenic woods of Prentice Cooper State Forest. It begins as a well-maintained path but quickly transitions into more technical terrain as you descend through…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
4
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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ATV trails in Tennessee

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1

1

Trail 1 serves as the main 8-mile east-to-west access corridor at Doe Mountain Recreation Area, connecting the main parking area to the Morfield Branch Trailhead. Although considered easy the entire route, the eastern section starts…
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Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 1 - Launchpad
1 - Launchpad

1 - Launchpad

AOP 1 - Launchpad begins with a fine dirt-filled trail with a slight uphill climb. Once you make it to Area 51, there is lots of loose rock that makes you feel like you're driving…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 11
11

11

From the east end, Trail 11 follows a powerline corridor and features a series of steep hill climbs, often presenting split lines where one side offers a more gradual ascent. The surface includes shallow ruts…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 11 - Ground Control
11 - Ground Control

11 - Ground Control

AOP trail 11 - Ground Control is like a child's roller coaster- slightly uphill then back down over and over. Trail 11 - Ground Control has concentrated clusters of rock, however none are difficult to…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Tennessee

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1

1

Trail 1 serves as the main 8-mile east-to-west access corridor at Doe Mountain Recreation Area, connecting the main parking area to the Morfield Branch Trailhead. Although considered easy the entire route, the eastern section starts…
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Total Miles
7.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 1 - Launchpad
1 - Launchpad

1 - Launchpad

AOP 1 - Launchpad begins with a fine dirt-filled trail with a slight uphill climb. Once you make it to Area 51, there is lots of loose rock that makes you feel like you're driving…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 11
11

11

From the east end, Trail 11 follows a powerline corridor and features a series of steep hill climbs, often presenting split lines where one side offers a more gradual ascent. The surface includes shallow ruts…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 11 - Ground Control
11 - Ground Control

11 - Ground Control

AOP trail 11 - Ground Control is like a child's roller coaster- slightly uphill then back down over and over. Trail 11 - Ground Control has concentrated clusters of rock, however none are difficult to…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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