Off-Road Trails in Vermont

Gale River is a well-maintained gravel road through White Mountain National Forest and has many hiking trails to access along the roadway. This winding and scenic roadway provides many views of the South Branch of the Gale River as well as designated dispersed campsites for tent and RV camping along...
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This is a well-maintained gravel road flanked by forests and dispersed campsites on either side. There is a gate at the entrance which is closed from December 15th to May 1st. Camping is allowed at the dispersed campsites which include space for 1-2 cars and a fire ring but no bathrooms. There are n...
Learn more about US FSR 74

Mainly a dirt and farm road with short sections of class 4. Be on the look out for dairy cattle and farm equipment. This is a great drive any time of the year, but when fall foliage is at peak it's mind-blowing. This scenic drive through central Vermont can be connected with other routes in the area...
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Cherry Mountain is a fun through road that climbs in elevation to an incredible alpine lake with a view of Mount Deception. Designated dispersed campsites are scattered along the road deep within the White Mountain National Forest. This road is well maintained gravel with some areas washed out in th...
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A very well-maintained fire service road that follows the boundary of the bread loaf wilderness in the Green Mountain Forest. There are many amazing off-grid camping spots with some amazing views. This out-and-back road crosses mountain streams with good bridges and solid road surfaces. Verizon has ...
Learn more about Patterson Brook Road Fire Service 50

Located in Vermont's Green Mountain National Forest this short trail bypasses a section of Scenic Route 100 north of Pittsfield. A fairly narrow and sometimes muddy section of a few miles is back-ended by a smooth well maintained gravel road. There are some slightly off-camber sections, but nothing ...
Learn more about Liberty Hill / FR 223

This route is comprised of Vermont dirt farm roads and some class 4 roads. This scenic drive samples some of northern Vermont's beautiful country settings and looks into the farming community. It is not a very technical drive, just very beautiful and enjoyable. Great drive during the summer but the ...
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The trail starts as a dirt road passing a few farms, then into the woods. Once you're into the wood line, expect a narrower trail you could still fit a full-size truck through, with a lot of loose rock with a few muddy spots as the trail continues North. The trail is relatively easygoing until you r...
Learn more about Mason Hill

This is a very scenic drive that cuts through a wilderness management area and logging land. This trail was recently regraded for a logging operation so it's in great shape. There are some low wet spots, but they have a hard bottom and can be driven around. The only real challenge is the washed-out ...
Learn more about Edan Road

The route starts on the East side, goes roughly 2.5 mi to a lookout point, and returns. Options to enter/exit the trail area to the west are available as well, but this route seems to be the best experience. There are multiple rock ledges and rocky sections to navigate. There are a couple optional r...
Learn more about Belvedere Mountain Road

A very scenic Vermont back road drive. Road surface was mostly packed gravel with some muddy section. These are mainly farm roads so be on the look out for farm equipment or live stock . This pairs well with Woodbury mountain road if in a vehicle capable of the trail. Or it's a great drive on it's o...
Learn more about Symonds Mill Road

Haystack Road is a well-maintained gravel forest road that ends at the North Twin hiking trailhead. When we arrived, the Forest Service was grading the road that appears to be heavily traveled for hiking. 10 or so free designated dispersed campsites are marked along the roadway and can be utilized f...
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This trail starts at the end of Cobble Hill Rd and ends at Stones Mill Rd. It is primarily uphill on wet, uneven, rocky terrain consisting of large rocks to climb over and loose gravel. There are a lot of steep drops that a stock vehicle may not be able to handle. Along the trail lies a small cemete...
Learn more about Cobble Hill Road Trail

If entering from the south, the hard part is first. The northern end of the trail is an easy dirt track. Coming up the hill from the south are many differential dingers and under carriage crunchers. The trail gets a bit narrow at times but is easily passed with a good spotter. The rougher parts skir...
Learn more about Old Military Road/TH-35

This trail follows the original route of the Baily-Hazen Military Road, which was built in the 1780s, and in places, you can still see the original cobblestones. There are some truly beautiful views of northern Vermont. The trail is rough and rock-covered and can be very slippery when wet. There are...
Learn more about Lowell MTN / Baily-Hazen Military Road

This is an awesome road/trail. It starts with some beautiful Vermont dirt roads then transitions to an easy 4th class road that progresses to a very difficult trail. There are multiple rock ledges and deep water obstacles. Some drive-arounds are tied or unusable for a full-size rig. There are not ma...
Learn more about Woodbury Mountain Road

This is an unmaintained class four road. The trail is narrow, one vehicle wide (except pin striping) with limited turnarounds. You will encounter many small streams and deep muddy ruts. There are some hidden obstacles in the muddy and overgrown grassy parts of the trail. There are frequently downed ...
Learn more about Farnum Road

Classic Vermont class 4 road that cuts across Willoughby State Forest and accesses Wheeler mountain. The road is in relatively good condition with only a few difficult spots. There are not many pull-offs or places to turn around so be aware. It cuts across some private land so please tread lightly. ...
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Lower trail area beginning from the parking area at the end of Tallman Road, continuing towards Eagle Ledge Road, and meeting up with Woodbury Mountain Road main trail. It's a scenic trail with multiple route options and areas to explore, posted route leads up to the main Woodbury Mountain Trail. Th...
Learn more about Woodbury Mountain Lower Trail

Sucker Pond is a rocky out-and-back trail located in the Green Mountain National Forest. The trail is one vehicle wide with room to pass. The trail features multiple off-camber sections and obstacles over 1 foot. Water crossings can be a foot deep or higher, weather-dependent. Air down;recovery gear...
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This is a well-maintained gravel road flanked by forests and dispersed campsites on either side. There is a gate at the entrance which is closed from December 15th to May 1st. Camping is allowed at the dispersed campsites which include space for 1-2 cars and a fire ring but no bathrooms. There are n...
Learn more about US FSR 74

The trail starts as a dirt road passing a few farms, then into the woods. Once you're into the wood line, expect a narrower trail you could still fit a full-size truck through, with a lot of loose rock with a few muddy spots as the trail continues North. The trail is relatively easygoing until you r...
Learn more about Mason Hill

The route starts on the East side, goes roughly 2.5 mi to a lookout point, and returns. Options to enter/exit the trail area to the west are available as well, but this route seems to be the best experience. There are multiple rock ledges and rocky sections to navigate. There are a couple optional r...
Learn more about Belvedere Mountain Road

This trail starts at the end of Cobble Hill Rd and ends at Stones Mill Rd. It is primarily uphill on wet, uneven, rocky terrain consisting of large rocks to climb over and loose gravel. There are a lot of steep drops that a stock vehicle may not be able to handle. Along the trail lies a small cemete...
Learn more about Cobble Hill Road Trail

This is a well-maintained gravel road flanked by forests and dispersed campsites on either side. There is a gate at the entrance which is closed from December 15th to May 1st. Camping is allowed at the dispersed campsites which include space for 1-2 cars and a fire ring but no bathrooms. There are n...
Learn more about US FSR 74

The trail starts as a dirt road passing a few farms, then into the woods. Once you're into the wood line, expect a narrower trail you could still fit a full-size truck through, with a lot of loose rock with a few muddy spots as the trail continues North. The trail is relatively easygoing until you r...
Learn more about Mason Hill

The route starts on the East side, goes roughly 2.5 mi to a lookout point, and returns. Options to enter/exit the trail area to the west are available as well, but this route seems to be the best experience. There are multiple rock ledges and rocky sections to navigate. There are a couple optional r...
Learn more about Belvedere Mountain Road

This trail starts at the end of Cobble Hill Rd and ends at Stones Mill Rd. It is primarily uphill on wet, uneven, rocky terrain consisting of large rocks to climb over and loose gravel. There are a lot of steep drops that a stock vehicle may not be able to handle. Along the trail lies a small cemete...
Learn more about Cobble Hill Road Trail