Trail Overview

Deep Creek Lake Road traverse's the East side of the Thousand Lake Mountain range from the North end and wraps around the South end of the mountain. Depending on how wet of a year it is, there are lakes and ponds throughout the region. This is a favored fishing spot by all. Several roads, ATV trails, and foot trails exist throughout the area providing many hiking and fishing opportunities. The road ends at the far Southern end and the last half mile will be difficult to traverse in larger vehicles. Many species of wildlife can be spotted in the area including elk, mule deer, and smaller species. Sagebrush, grassy meadows, pines, and aspen groves cover the entirety of the area.

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Difficulty

Other than the final half mile the road is in great shape. Inclement weather can cause the road to be slick.

Technical Rating

Jerry Thomas

Jun 17, 2026

Open

Deep Creek Lake Road is in good condition south of Snow Lake before it turns into a blue 50 inch trail. You can access it with a full size vehicle from the north.

Shon Harris

May 18, 2025

Open

This trail is a hoot, until the very end when it becomes not a trail suited for a full sized truck. (2 Toyota tacomas and one Toyota sequoia.) We had to turn around at 38.39498, -111.48261 The trail gets considerably more narrow until it becomes a 50” trail suitable for ATV and SXS. It really is a beautiful drive. After the Elkhorn CG there’s a lot of smooth fire/logging type roads to go fast - but after the last big slash pile from a logging operation drivers / riders need to be careful the rocks (and random iron manhole covers) are problematic and could cause problems.