Cottonwood Creek

Total Miles11.1
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

This easy scenic dirt road takes you around the Pine Valley Mountains and through the Cottonwood Forest Wilderness. There are a couple of hiking trailheads along this route as well as Yankee Doodle Canyon. Scattered primitive camp spots were noted. Great views of the towering mountain to the North.

Photos of Cottonwood Creek

Difficulty

Nothing of difficulty to note about this dirt road. It is unmaintained in wet or winter conditions and could become impassable. "Traveling during such conditions is highly discouraged."

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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Brian Radwanski
Mar 01, 2026
2021 Mercedes Sprinter
Open
DustyRough/Deteriorated
I should have checked the reports from before. The track for me was very dry. But you could tell there was lots of mud and bad conditions due to deep ruts and minor, but passable, washouts in places. The section from Silver Reef to Yant Flats was easy. Rougher conditions exist from Yant Flats towards Turkey Road.
Tyson Bolton
Feb 20, 2026
2013 Ford F150
Open
Muddy/WetSnow/IceRough/DeterioratedWashboard
This trail was extremely muddy and very difficult for my f150. Very scary at times almost slide off the cliff edge multiple times. I had to put it in 4L and engage my rear locker for many parts. About 4in of snow and probably 2-6in of mud.
Caleb Skeen
Mar 21, 2025
2006 Jeep Wrangler
Open
NormalDustyWashboard
Joshua Dupree
Feb 09, 2025
2003 Toyota Tacoma
Open
DustyWashboard
Easily passable right now. Saw a lowered car at the top.
Kenneth K
May 04, 2024
2021 Toyota Tacoma
Open
Normal
Phil F
Sep 07, 2023
2023 Chevrolet Colorado
Open
Muddy/Wet

Cottonwood Creek Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

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