Trail Overview

Polly Springs Trail takes you from Pine Canyon Road to the Polly Ridge. Expect many trees surrounding the trail with more straight-forwardsimpler rocks at the beginning. As you progress, you will hit the first significant rock section. It consists of an intense rut on the left and an off-camber section to the right; pick your lines wisely. This is followed by another deep rut with some basketball-sized rocks, so take it slow. The trail continues up the mountain and is simple as it winds up the hillside. The views are amazing from here onwards. Towards the top is another decent-sized rock section with some off-camber and very deep ruts running down the trail. Ensure your vehicle has plenty of ground clearance and at least 32" tires.

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Difficulty

There are deep ruts and erosion from rain and snowmelt, a water crossing that can be deep in the spring, and big rocks.

Technical Rating

Richard Atwood

May 01, 2026

Open

Trail was decent, one sketchy rut that seemed like you wouldn’t want to put the tires in. Trail was pretty narrow and not a lot of places to pass if you meet other vehicles. Some beautiful views. Some steep drops you’re driving next to. Not real technical most of the trail. requires some level of nerves to drive.

Hudson Marsh

Sep 28, 2025

Open

Very fun trail think it’s more of a 4 not a 5. It is very busy in the area right now with fall leaves but the trail was much less crowded. There is a small water crossing but other than that it’s just dust.

Kees Koster

Aug 30, 2025

Open

Lots of medium rocks some large ones. Need decent clearance. One water crossing that was very shallow this time of year. A bit dusty and narrow at places. Easy to scratch sides due to some of the scrub oak beaches sticking out. Beautiful view at the top to both Heber City and Jordanelle. If there is someone coming the other way it would be trouble as the only way to pass would be in the switchbacks.

Kevin Schaller

Aug 17, 2025

Open

The front half of the switchbacks has some deep ruts and off camber turns, but beyond that, it's an easy ride and peaceful.

Justin Vietor

Jun 28, 2025

Open

Trail is rocky with loose dirt and side hills in places. Challenging but fun. Saw two other vehicles in two hour ride.