Off-Road Trails in Tennessee

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Learn more about Rainbow Falls Loop
Rainbow Falls Loop

Rainbow Falls Loop

This is a great trail. The first mile or so is maintained gravel roads, and there are no major obstacles. The next two miles still have gravel, but the roads are far less maintained. Mud,…
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Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rocky Top Road
Rocky Top Road

Rocky Top Road

This regionally famous name is shared with a few other areas, but this might be the actual Rocky Top. It's definitely rocky and a bit inhospitable, as the song describes. While most of the road…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Scooter's Loop
Scooter's Loop

Scooter's Loop

This is a mix of gravel and dirt Forest Service roads with some creek crossings and a couple of hill climbs/descents. It's a good day trip that has a few stopping places where you can…
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Total Miles
33.7
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Shiloh's Playground
Shiloh's Playground

Shiloh's Playground

Shiloh's Playground consists of multiple muddy lines through some tight woods. It can be done in full-size 4x4s, SxS, or dirt bikes. If unloading on a trailer, there is a dirt lot across the paved…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer
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
2 Easy
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.…
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Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Winter
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 absolutely stunning. At mile 1.25 there is a place to park for a hike to what some people call Lookout…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
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. We saw several deer on this road. There is a bridge close to the end of the…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
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
2 Easy
Best Time
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
43.0
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
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
1 Easy
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
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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
1 Easy
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
4 Moderate
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
6 Moderate
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
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 22
Trail 22

Trail 22

This trail is a combination of hills, rocks, ruts, and off-cambered riding. Trail was repaired 06/2021, which re-routed some of the trail because of underlying boulders, and the area could not be made safe. Elevation…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 26 - Rock Solid
Trail 26 - Rock Solid

Trail 26 - Rock Solid

Jeepers, get your badges! This Jeep Badge of Honor trail is on the easier side with three short rock step formations and mud holes. This trail also runs simultaneously with Trail G26, should you need…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 27 - Kener Gap
Trail 27 - Kener Gap

Trail 27 - Kener Gap

Trail 27- Kener Gap begins at the Rock Solid Pavilion at the end of Trail 26. This trail is much like its counterpart, but does not boast as many rock step formations. Expect more dirt…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 3 - Differential Dragger
Trail 3 - Differential Dragger

Trail 3 - Differential Dragger

Bring your recovery gear! This rock bouncer trail is designed to bring a technical challenge to one of Windrock Park's most scenic areas. This near-vertical trail is filled with sedan-sized boulders and slick rock from…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
9 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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