North fork road

Total Miles
15.1

Elevation

484.78 ft

Duration

2 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

This is a relatively easy trail. It consists of mostly compacted dirt with some loose gravel sections and a few concrete sections with bridges. This trail is good any time of year, but particularly beautiful in the spring when everything is in full bloom. There are many deep pothole-like ruts, but cautious sedans have been seen on the trail as well. There are multiple open shooting locations, as well as water access and a few camping spaces.

Photos of North fork road

North fork road
North fork road
North fork road

Difficulty

Besides navigating pothole ruts, this trail is mostly just compacted dirt. There are no major ledges or obstacles to be concerned with.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Jackson Swan
Apr 20, 2024
2019 Jeep Cherokee
Open
Dusty
Easy drive up the trail. Potholes and some shallow water crossings. Only one level 3-4 obstacle just after the clearing where the trail splits (right fork). Fairly scenic and somewhat busy.
Sean Moore
Apr 20, 2024
2023 Toyota Tacoma
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
A few deep puddles, but if you have a high clearance vehicle there is no issues. Some of the road is very pot holed and rough if you're not in a 4x4. The first half is basically just a gravel road. The further up you go is where you encounter a wash out and large deep puddles. You could do most of this drive in 2wd unless you want to go up to Bare Mnt. CO. RD. is very washed out. I'd recommend a high clearance 4x4, good articulation, and recovery equipment just in case.
John Simmons
Apr 13, 2024
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
You get to discover a new pot hole every 5 feet. Other than that, basic gravel road stuff.
Jesse Scott
Feb 10, 2024
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Mostly muddy and puddles on the way in. Light snow then packed and some more fresh powder when you get to elevation. Max 6 inches.

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