Off-Road Trails in Tennessee

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Learn more about Shingle Loop
Shingle Loop

Shingle Loop

Shingle Loop is a short but fun 1.5-mile trail nestled in the heart of Prentice Cooper State Forest. Despite its compact distance, this loop delivers a variety of terrain and challenges that make it well…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Sina Branch Road - Big Frog
Sina Branch Road - Big Frog

Sina Branch Road - Big Frog

This is a fire service road that was somewhat rougher when we visited and there were areas that looked like they were washing out. It doesn't require a 4x4 to traverse. While on this trail,…
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Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Smith Mountain
Smith Mountain

Smith Mountain

About 100 yards into the trail, there is a decent hill climb with some decent-size rocks. High clearance is nice to have. However, stock rigs with the right tire placement will be just fine. Most…
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Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter
Learn more about South Lick Creek Road
South Lick Creek Road

South Lick Creek Road

This is a public access dirt road that makes up a portion of the famed, Tennessee Dirt Devil. While not particularly challenging, trail riders will enjoy beautiful views of sprawling farmland and wildlife. One water…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Spring Creek - FSR 27
Spring Creek - FSR 27

Spring Creek - FSR 27

This gravel road runs beside the Hiwassee River for the first 2.25 miles, which is stunning. At mile 1.25, there is a place to park for a hike to what some people call Lookout Rock.…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 220
Starr Mountain Road 220

Starr Mountain Road 220

This is a well-maintained gravel Forest Service road. You do not need anything special to drive this road. You may see some deer. There is a bridge close to the end of the road that…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Winter
Learn more about Starr Mountain Road 297
Starr Mountain Road 297

Starr Mountain Road 297

This is a relatively easy gravel road to navigate. There are a few rocky areas and some ruts that may require some vehicle clearance. The road is two-way traffic, so watch as you go around…
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Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Stell Branch Trail - Trail 11
Stell Branch Trail - Trail 11

Stell Branch Trail - Trail 11

This trail connects Trail 13 and Trail 10 at the north end of the trail system. It is extremely rutted and run down--many of the trails have been blocked and replaced with bypasses. It can…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sulfer Branch Road
Sulfer Branch Road

Sulfer Branch Road

Sulfer Branch Road is an easy single-lane gravel trail that is roughly two miles and takes about half an hour to complete. Multiple 2 Wheel Drive vehicles were on this trail, including minivans and small…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Sullivan Hollow Road - Macon County Tour
Sullivan Hollow Road - Macon County Tour

Sullivan Hollow Road - Macon County Tour

This scenic off-road trail, part of the Macon County Tour (MCT), offers an easy yet engaging drive through Tennessee's rolling backcountry. While the route follows a graded path, multiple washouts and narrow stretches without shoulders--some…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Tackett Creek / McLean Rock
Tackett Creek / McLean Rock

Tackett Creek / McLean Rock

Take your time and make this a weekend trip. It is a beautiful trail with great views, beaver dams, mountains and more. There are a few small creek crossings and some pretty good rock ledges…
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Total Miles
33.4
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Tharpe Hollow - FS 384
Tharpe Hollow - FS 384

Tharpe Hollow - FS 384

The Tharpe Hollow / Whitford Cemetery Road FS 384, is a gravel and natural dirt forest service road through the southern Tennessee section, Lake Barkley side of Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Tharpe Road FSR 221
Tharpe Road FSR 221

Tharpe Road FSR 221

Tharpe Road FSR 221 is a gravel forestry road through southern Tennessee, the center section of the peninsula, within the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. It features a gently and well maintained gravel…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Beauty Spot
The Beauty Spot

The Beauty Spot

Nestled in the heart of the Unaka mountains, the Beauty Spot trail (FS 230) offers a captivating experience for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. With its rugged terrain and awe-inspiring views of the majestic…
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Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Tooley Branch Road
Tooley Branch Road

Tooley Branch Road

This trail starts off as an easy gravel track with several creek crossings. About halfway through the track, the gravel stops, and the track turns into a mixture of dirt and rock that will lead…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Tower Road
Tower Road

Tower Road

This is a very level and maintained road that any vehicle should be able to travel. This is the main road through Prentice Cooper Wildlife Management Area that you will use to access all of…
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Total Miles
12.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 13 - Lee Asbury Road
Trail 13 - Lee Asbury Road

Trail 13 - Lee Asbury Road

This trail starts on the south end as a wide dirt road that can be traversed in most stock vehicles. It remains this way until you get to around Broyles Cemetary. Towards the north end,…
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Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 19 - Walnut Mountain Trail
Trail 19 - Walnut Mountain Trail

Trail 19 - Walnut Mountain Trail

This is a long mountain road that is almost all single track along the side of the mountains with beautiful views throughout the trail. There are lots of humps and dips that make it a…
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Total Miles
8.8
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 19 - Wolf Ridge
Trail 19 - Wolf Ridge

Trail 19 - Wolf Ridge

Trail 19 - Wolf Ridge gives a more challenging path to travel to get off the easy gravel trails. It features bumpy rock faces, medium-depth mud holes, and small washouts. Windrock's map states this is…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 2
Trail 2

Trail 2

The trail is visibly marked and crosses paths with many other trails--a really nice slow climb winding up the small mountain. There are small to moderate mud holes, rocks 6-12 inches in size, and a…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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ATV trails in Tennessee

Learn more about 1
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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