Off-Road Trails in Virginia

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RV65

RV65

RV65 is a short but intermediate connector trail under 200 yards long that climbs steeply from RV33. The surface consists of loose rock and decaying leaf matter, creating slick conditions, especially when wet. Deep ruts,…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about RV67
RV67

RV67

RV67 is a moderately difficult trail that climbs steeply through dense forest, featuring deep ruts, big puddles, and numerous loose rocks. The trail includes large dips and deeply rutted sections on both sides that become…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about RV69
RV69

RV69

RV69 is a lightly trafficked, quarter-mile trail that is faint and overgrown, with an entrance on the east end that is easy to miss. It passes through dense woods with a decaying leaf layer and…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about RV7
RV7

RV7

RV7 is a short 365-yard connector trail that runs along the edge of a hillside. It is generally wide and gradual, with a large rut along one side but ample space for maneuvering. The trail…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about RV9
RV9

RV9

RV9 is a roughly 3-mile trail running from RV1 on the south end to RV33 on the north. It features technical climbs and descents with loose rock, ruts, and water runoff, as well as larger…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Second Mountain Trail
Second Mountain Trail

Second Mountain Trail

The trail starts at the top at a small staging area frequently used to offload SxS vehicles or at the bottom off US-33. There is a gate at the top and bottom for controlled access…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shady Mountain Road
Shady Mountain Road

Shady Mountain Road

The northern end of Shady Mountain Road starts just east of the Blue Ridge Parkway near the town of Buena Vista. It travels mostly south towards the Lynchburg Reservoir for 7.5 miles. Along the route,…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Shaws Fork
Shaws Fork

Shaws Fork

Shaws Fork is an in-and-out trail located in the George Washington National Forest near the popular Flagpole Knob Trail. The trail primarily consists of a gravel road with many switchbacks. The trail begins at County…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shoe Creek
Shoe Creek

Shoe Creek

Shoe Creek is a 2.7-mile trail that runs through dense trees with several water crossings. This route can be completed in either direction; be courteous to those traveling in the opposite direction. There are rocks,…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Single Track 1
Single Track 1

Single Track 1

Trail 23 follows a rocky route that parallels Cooper Branch and crosses the rocky stream bed several times. While water flow is typically low, the trail surface comprises loose rock, roots, and slick spots. There…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Single Track 2

Single Track 2

This 2.8-mile single track starts at the main road on the north end and winds through the forest, crossing UTV Trail 4 multiple times before ending at UTV Trail 5, which will take you back…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Single Track 3
Single Track 3

Single Track 3

This 1.8-mile single track begins on UTV Trail 5, looping through the forest around the campground and ending near the office. The trail has a smooth surface with minimal rocks or roots, just a few…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about South Pedlar
South Pedlar

South Pedlar

South Pedlar is a 10.5-mile ATV loop trail in George Washington National Forest offering a fast and flowy ride through mossy woodlands. The wide, well-maintained trail features a smooth surface with scattered loose rocks and…
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Total Miles
10.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about St. Mary's
St. Mary's

St. Mary's

St. Mary's Road is a trail leading to the parking area for the St. Mary's Wilderness area. It is a short gravel forest road with little to no cell service and a large trailhead parking…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Swapping Camp
Swapping Camp

Swapping Camp

This trail is mostly graded gravel, with some dirt and a few rocky sections. There are multiple water features, small waterfalls along the trail, one-lane bridges, and scenic waysides. There are dispersed campsites in abundance…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Terrapin
Terrapin

Terrapin

Terrapin Trail is a short, 0.6-mile connector linking the South Pedlar Trailhead parking area off State Highway 130 to the main South Pedlar loop. This easy, smooth trail is very wide with no obstacles, consistent…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Tillman
Tillman

Tillman

Tillman is a gravel Forest Service Road connecting several other Forest Service Roads to a State Highway. The area includes several reservoirs with fishing and kayaking opportunities. There are several well-traveled hiking trailheads along the…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 1
Trail 1

Trail 1

This wide, smooth 1-mile loop begins at the middle entrance and travels clockwise through the Kairos trail system. Expect shallow ruts, a few muddy puddles, and a mud hole with an optional bypass. The trail…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Trail 13
Trail 13

Trail 13

Trail 13 is a short, 500-yard connector between Trails 14 and 7, directional from south to north. It winds through dense forest with a few slightly steeper spots, but overall it's a smooth and easy…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Trail 14

Trail 14

Trail 14 drops off from Trail 7 and descends through dense forest on a wide, smooth path. The surface has minor loose rock and shallow ruts but remains easy to navigate. The trail is directional…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
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ATV trails in Virginia

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28 Connector

28 Connector

The 28 Connector is a wide, easy path that climbs steeply from OP 14 to OP 28 through a logged area. The surface is smooth with no obstacles or rocks, but it's a consistent uphill…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 6
6

6

OP 6 is a very short trail, less than 200 yards, offering a small climb from the north before leveling out. It passes through a scenic grove of eastern white pine trees and shares the…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Big Piney
Big Piney

Big Piney

Big Piney is a gravel road passing through a portion of the George Washington National Forest, offering access to hiking, camping and swimming. The trail is rocky and typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You…
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Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Bother Flagpole Knob Trail
Bother Flagpole Knob Trail

Bother Flagpole Knob Trail

Great views along the ridge off to the west. Rating 2 out of 10 is easily manageable with a high clearance 4x4 (examples: Colorado ATX, Trailboss, Rubicon). Some rough terrain, but nothing you can't manage…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Summer, Fall
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Virginia

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28 Connector

28 Connector

The 28 Connector is a wide, easy path that climbs steeply from OP 14 to OP 28 through a logged area. The surface is smooth with no obstacles or rocks, but it's a consistent uphill…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 6
6

6

OP 6 is a very short trail, less than 200 yards, offering a small climb from the north before leveling out. It passes through a scenic grove of eastern white pine trees and shares the…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Big Piney
Big Piney

Big Piney

Big Piney is a gravel road passing through a portion of the George Washington National Forest, offering access to hiking, camping and swimming. The trail is rocky and typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You…
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Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Bother Flagpole Knob Trail
Bother Flagpole Knob Trail

Bother Flagpole Knob Trail

Great views along the ridge off to the west. Rating 2 out of 10 is easily manageable with a high clearance 4x4 (examples: Colorado ATX, Trailboss, Rubicon). Some rough terrain, but nothing you can't manage…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Summer, Fall
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