Silver Meadows - FS 70174
Total Miles
7.5
Technical Rating
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Trail Type
Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Silver Meadows (FS 70174) offers an easygoing drive through wide alpine meadows framed by scattered pine groves and mountain ridgelines. The dirt road is mostly smooth and graded, with light ruts, a few stretches of loose rock, and a short sandy patch to keep things interesting. Drivers will share the forest with logging trucks and free-range cattle, making it feel like a working backcountry landscape. The trail is not technical, but it's rich in scenery, including big open views, pockets of forest shade, and plenty of dispersed campsites tucked off the road. For those seeking a peaceful half-day escape, this road is perfect for soaking up the high country without the stress of obstacles.
Photos of Silver Meadows - FS 70174
Difficulty
The road is wide and forgiving, with only light ruts, scattered rock, and a short sandy section. No steep climbs or tight spots.
History
Silver Meadows has a long history of grazing and timber harvest. Cattle and logging trucks remain a part of the landscape, adding to the trail's authentic working-forest atmosphere.
Status Reports
Silver Meadows - FS 70174 can be accessed by the following ride types:
- High-Clearance 4x4
- SUV
- SxS (60")
Silver Meadows - FS 70174 Map
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