Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Central Valley, Utah
Richfield-Pioneer Road
The north end is accessed via Willow Creek Canyon Road and follows along the top of the Tushar Mountain Range. The area has several meadows, large Pine Trees, red rock outcroppings, and views of the… Learn more about Richfield-Pioneer Road
Total Miles
25.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Papa Bear Poker Run 2021
Easy route, can do it in any all wheel drive vehicle, a few mild hills and most rocks under 6". This is a charity run to/from Marysdale Ut, the charity does a different route every… Learn more about Papa Bear Poker Run 2021
Total Miles
62.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Deer Creek Trail
Deer creek trail is a really cool trail that you can start just off of the west side of highway 89 between Big Rock Candy mountain and Marysvale Utah or off of the Paiute trail… Learn more about Deer Creek Trail
Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Willow Creek Canyon Road
Willow Creek Canyon Road traverses nearly 4000 feet of elevation from the Sevier Valley floor to the junction with Richfield-Pioneer Road. The northern end of the road meanders through sagebrush flats dotted with Cedar Trees.… Learn more about Willow Creek Canyon Road
Total Miles
9.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Little Lost Creek
The Lost Creek/Sage Flat Road is accessed via the paved Lost Creek Road near the town of Salina. The road provides access to Rex's Reservoir Road and Little Lost Creek. It is a well-maintained gravel… Learn more about Little Lost Creek
Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Scorups Meadow Road
Scorups Meadow Road is open year around. There is a large water crossing crossing on the West end. Caution must be taken during the Winter months. The terrain is relatively flat while traversing the valley… Learn more about Scorups Meadow Road
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Rex's Reservoir to Lost Creek Road
Rex's Reservoir can be accessed from the west along this route. The road is maintained annually. Rex's Reservoir is a popular body of water for fishing from shore, float tube or kayak. This lake is… Learn more about Rex's Reservoir to Lost Creek Road
Total Miles
5.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Wi / Su / Sp
Paiute ATV Trail Beaver Creek over the Tushars
The Paiute ATV Trail is a massive trail system with over 2,000 miles to explore. The trails are mainly in the Tushar and Pahvant Mountains. There are so many trails and ways to reach them… Learn more about Paiute ATV Trail Beaver Creek over the Tushars
Total Miles
16.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Ye
Teah Flat Road
Teah Flat road crosses between Scorups Meadow Road and Lost Creek to Rex's Reservoir Road. Sage Brush and Cedar trees dominate the landscape. Wildlife view opportunities can be plentiful depending on the time of your… Learn more about Teah Flat Road
Total Miles
5.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Black Mountain Road
Black Mountain road traverses Black Mountain starting near the South end of the mountain. The area is made up of mostly Sage Brush and Cedar trees. The views of Salina Canyon to the East and… Learn more about Black Mountain Road
The road provides access to several small valley's filled with Sage Brush, rocks, and Cedar Trees. Elk make this area home when the snow starts to fly. The lower elevation provides food much later into… Learn more about Lower Rocks Road
Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Hilltop Loop
This is an easy loop trail taking travelers through groves of aspen, pine, and cedar trees on their way up to over 11,000 feet of elevation. All along the trail, there are several unimproved camping… Learn more about Hilltop Loop
Total Miles
14.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Soldier Canyon to Rex's Reservoir Road
One of several access roads to Rex's Reservoir. There are several roads and trails along the way which provide access to an area known as "The Rocks". This area is properly named. The trail is… Learn more about Soldier Canyon to Rex's Reservoir Road
Total Miles
6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp / Wi
Soldier Canyon Road
Soldier Canyon trail can be accessed on the north end from the Old Canyon Road in Salina, UT, The I-70 frontage road or Gooseberry Road on the south end. The road stretches for 7.2 miles… Learn more about Soldier Canyon Road
Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
South Mytoge
South Mytoge Road offers access to the South and East side of Fish Lake. The road is maintained around the South end of the lake as it offers access to many campgrounds and primitive camping… Learn more about South Mytoge
Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Toll Road to Steve's Pass
The Southern trail head is approximately 5 miles East of Salina, UT. Access is off the I-70 frontage road where access can be made via to small tunnels under the freeway. It is not a… Learn more about Toll Road to Steve's Pass
Total Miles
6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Cedar Mountain East Ridge
The area is covered in cedar trees, sage brush and grasses. Late Fall and early Winter are the perfect time to make this ride if you're looking for wildlife. The open flats are favored by… Learn more about Cedar Mountain East Ridge
Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Willow Creek Road
Willow Creek Road provides access to Fishlake and Manti La Sal national forests from the north end of Sevier County and the south end of Sanpete county. Over it's nearly 17-mile stretch, it gains nearly… Learn more about Willow Creek Road
Total Miles
16.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Farnsworth Lake Gates Lake Trail
This trail crosses the dam of Farnsworth Reservoir, and stretches 3.4 miles to Gates Lake. Hamilton and Scraper lakes can also be accessed along this trail. As thes trail crosses the west side of the… Learn more about Farnsworth Lake Gates Lake Trail
Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Gates Lake Road
Entry to the east end of Gates Lake Road is made from the paved Gooseberry Road. The road dead-ends on the shore of Gates Lake. There are restrooms by the lake, and several unimproved campsites… Learn more about Gates Lake Road
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
3
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Pelican Promontory Overlook
This is a short in and out trail with great scenic overlook views. The short drive begins traveling through a large grove of aspen trees and continues to Pelican Canyon. Climbing in elevation you begin… Learn more about Pelican Promontory Overlook
Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Oak Ridge to Brown's Hole Trail
This trail provides access to the Oak Ridge to Brown's Hole trail from the Oak Ridge trailhead. The trailhead offers ample parking for unloading ATV/UTVs and has a restroom available. This short trail offers an… Learn more about Oak Ridge to Brown's Hole Trail
Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su
Sheep Creek Road
Sheep Creek Road can be accessed Gooseberry Road. The road stretches for 1.6 miles, and crosses through patches of aspen trees, sagebrush and oak. There are several unimproved spots to camp along the road. The… Learn more about Sheep Creek Road
Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Post Road Trail
The Post Road Trail can be accessed via an underpass along the I-70 frontage road approximately 1 mile east of the Gooseberry exit. The trail passes through sagebrush flats, filled with cedar trees, scrub oak,… Learn more about Post Road Trail
Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
UM Pass Trail
UM Pass trail is accessed via Gooseberry Road. It passes between Mt. Terrill and Mt. Marvine. If crossing the pass from the west, the trail will turn north heading towards Gooseberry. There are many vistas… Learn more about UM Pass Trail
Total Miles
16.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Oak Ridge Road
Oak Ridge road is maintained well and suitable for any vehicle type. It stretches a little more than 3 miles with an elevation gain near 400 feet. Access is main from the paved Gooseberry Road… Learn more about Oak Ridge Road
Total Miles
3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Oak Ridge Road Access Trail
The Oak Ridge Road access trail is accessed via Gooseberry Road near the Gooseberry campground. This short trail offers an alternative to riding ATV/UTVs on the paved Gooseberry Road. The trail ascends nearly 1000 feet… Learn more about Oak Ridge Road Access Trail
Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Mytoge road
Mytoge Road can be found along Fremont Road between Mill Meadow and Johnson's reservoirs. The road rises nearly 2400 feet from the junction to the overlook onto Fish Lake. Vegetation ranges from sage brush and… Learn more about Mytoge road
Total Miles
10.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Oak Belt Trail
This trail connects Oak Ridge Road and Browns Hole Road. It traverses a mild sidehill crossing through sage brush, grasses and several stands of quaking aspen trees. Look for elk, deer and turkey along the… Learn more about Oak Belt Trail