Off-Road Trails in Tennessee

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Learn more about Cross Mountain Road
Cross Mountain Road

Cross Mountain Road

Cross Mountain Trail is one of the main routes through the Royal Blue Riding Area, stretching across the mountain and serving as a major connector for much of the trail system. Rated a 3/10, it…
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Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Crumely Loop
Crumely Loop

Crumely Loop

Crumely Loop is a mellow 2.6-mile forest road tucked into the heart of Chuck Swan State Forest. Like all the roads here, it's an active logging route, so keep an eye out for trucks and…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Crutcher Hollow Road FS 213
Crutcher Hollow Road FS 213

Crutcher Hollow Road FS 213

Crutcher Hollow Road FS 213 is a gravel forestry road through the southern Tennessee section, centrally located off the Woodlands Trace National Scenic Byway headed east to Lake Barkley, of Land Between the Lake National…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Cub Lake Trail
Cub Lake Trail

Cub Lake Trail

Tucked within the serene expanse of Natchez State Forest, this off-road trail offers a peaceful drive ideal for beginners and those looking for a more relaxed adventure. The road is well-graded with dirt and gravel,…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dicks Creek to Dark Hollow (Unicoi to Erwin)
Dicks Creek to Dark Hollow (Unicoi to Erwin)

Dicks Creek to Dark Hollow (Unicoi to Erwin)

This is an intermediate to advanced trail depending on the vehicle being used. There are multiple water crossings, logs, rocks, and steep-off camber sections. If you're using a full-size vehicle be cautious of narrow trail…
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Total Miles
7.0
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Ditney Mountain (66)
Ditney Mountain (66)

Ditney Mountain (66)

Ditney Mountain Trail (66) is a rocky trail with narrow twists and turns and a few fun mud holes. Be sure you are in a rig you don't mind limbs scratching alongside your rig. A…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Double Camp
Double Camp

Double Camp

Double Camp Road (FSR 2659) is a rocky trail that winds up the mountain to the Farr Gap trailhead. Along the trail, you will find yourself traveling along the scenic Double CampCreekk. It's a great…
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Total Miles
14.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Dry Branch Road
Dry Branch Road

Dry Branch Road

The trail is mostly a narrow single track but traffic is two-way so be mindful of that. This trail, as with all the trails in Prentice Cooper, is a very nice drive in the woods.…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Dry Branch to Dixon Creek Road - Macon County Tour
Dry Branch to Dixon Creek Road - Macon County Tour

Dry Branch to Dixon Creek Road - Macon County Tour

This stretch of the iconic Macon County Tour offers a scenic drive through gently rolling hills and a patchwork of open farmland, blending rural charm with a few rugged elements. The road is primarily gravel,…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Duckett Ridge FSR #22B
Duckett Ridge FSR #22B

Duckett Ridge FSR #22B

The trail winds off the side of the mountain down to the historic Coker Creek River. This is known as the Lower Coker Creek trailhead. You will find a few very secluded camp spots along…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Dutch Potts Hollow Road
Dutch Potts Hollow Road

Dutch Potts Hollow 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 graced with rockwork and a very nice…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about East Brow Road
East Brow Road

East Brow Road

East Brow Road is an easy single-lane gravel trail that is roughly two miles and takes about half an hour to complete. The road is well-maintained and winds through the forest, with one spot along…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about East Sylco Ridge
East Sylco Ridge

East Sylco Ridge

This route is a rocky trail that wraps around the side of the mountain. Provides a very scenic trail in winter when leaves are off the trees. The trail can become overgrown in the summer…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Winter
Learn more about Elk Viewing Tower Road - Trail 25
Elk Viewing Tower Road - Trail 25

Elk Viewing Tower Road - Trail 25

This is a well-maintained gravel road that goes from Highway 25W to the elk viewing tower at Hatfield Knob. There are several viewing areas and lookouts on the way up as well, so keep an…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ellis Pt/Bluff View Road
Ellis Pt/Bluff View Road

Ellis Pt/Bluff View Road

These two trails start at the end of Tower Road. The trail is mostly a narrow single track but traffic is two-way so be mindful of that. This trail, as with all the trails in…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Emily Cemetery Road
Emily Cemetery Road

Emily Cemetery Road

Emily Cemetery Road is a two-way dirt trail that connects S8 Trail and Patterson Road in the North Cumberland WMA trail system. The trail starts near the old Emily Cemetery, where visitors can see historic…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about End of the World
End of the World

End of the World

This trail has a multitude of different obstacles along the path. The trail can be ran from either direction. If the water level is low you can follow the edge of the river and start…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Ernest Rice Road
Ernest Rice Road

Ernest Rice Road

The Ernest Rice Road is a gravel access road to the Wildlife Management Area of the same name. It features an easy to traverse gravel road on the northern side of the area, expect course…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Falls Branch Road - FS 374
Falls Branch Road - FS 374

Falls Branch Road - FS 374

This forest service road is gravel and easy to navigate, there are a few rough places along the trail but nothing difficult. It is located in the Big Frog mountain wilderness which is part of…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Fingerboard Road
Fingerboard Road

Fingerboard Road

This trail is a gravel trail to the trailhead to some pretty cool hikes. With a few spots to camp down next to a quiet little stream. Along the way, you will find some washouts…
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Total Miles
14.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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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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