Trail 23 is the main artery for the Dorton/Flatwoods Area of the new Pike County Hillbilly Trails System. Trail 23 is a wide, graded dirt and gravel access road for an array of utilities and… Learn more about Trail 23 - Flatwoods Road
Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Clinch Mountain Fire Tower
This trail goes up and over Clinch Mountain and descends into Moccasin Valley. There are many vistas along the way, both ascending and descending the mountain. The surrounding area is full of history and places… Learn more about Clinch Mountain Fire Tower
Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Bearwallow Trail
Trails differ in skill level from blue and green to black and double black diamond. Very friendly for beginners/stock enthusiasts after their first badge. The double black diamond look to be a bit rough. I… Learn more about Bearwallow Trail
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Jacobs Creek
This is a combination of gravel and dirt. It starts in the Jacobs Creek area and travels through the Cherokee National Forest from TN into VA. There are a few camping locations along the way,… Learn more about Jacobs Creek
Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
McQueen's Gap
This is the only unpaved route across South Holston Mountain. There are many off shoot trails that are open seasonally, but the main route isn't ever closed. You can access the Appalachian Trail from the… Learn more about McQueen's Gap
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Flatwoods Road to 87A
Running Flatwoods road from Hickory Tree TN to HWY 421. This includes a section of Forest Service Road 87A when open. The main route is open year-round and is a combination of gravel and unimproved… Learn more about Flatwoods Road to 87A
Total Miles
22.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Hilltop To Bramwell VIA WMG
Part of the West Virginia Outlaw System. Hatfield McCoy is a great place to ride with a lot of trail to cover and explore. Always use caution when riding, and remember to pack out what… Learn more about Hilltop To Bramwell VIA WMG
Total Miles
13.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su
Flatwoods Road 87D
This is mainly a gravel trail with several muddy spots. The trail is mainly flat but does have rolling hills to travel through. I encountered several mud holes but none of which are of any… Learn more about Flatwoods Road 87D
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Wade Adkins Branch Road
This trail is Easy/Medium. We started on a paved road then it turned to dirt. As we went farther the trail was more off-road and we came across some water crossings, hills, mud and woods… Learn more about Wade Adkins Branch Road
Total Miles
12.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su
Decoy-Magoffin Loop
As with many trails in the under-development system that will become Eastern Kentucky's expansive off-road trail offerings, this route is a DIY adventure created by locals that know these mountains like the backs of their… Learn more about Decoy-Magoffin Loop
Total Miles
27.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Trail 10
You can expect a nice easy cruise up the mountain. It is a fairly gradual grade increase with occasional sections of loose rocks along the way. During the fall it seemed as though the trail… Learn more about Trail 10
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Sludge Ponds to Witcher
Mild dirt terrain, gravel mix with some mud, but the holes are small. It may become slick if wet, partial clay. You will find county road access, with most of the route being public county… Learn more about Sludge Ponds to Witcher
Total Miles
14.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
5583
The trail at the time was snow-covered (approximately 3-4 inches) but it is mostly a dirt/mud trail. I didn't encounter anything that a normal 4x4 couldn't handle. The trail from the road is mostly uphill.… Learn more about 5583
Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Su / Sp
Pond Lick Road
This dirt track travels just north of Gatewood Reservoir. At just under 3 miles, it's a great quick run, or you can add to a route that includes some of the other local forest roads.… Learn more about Pond Lick Road
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa
No Business Knob
No Business Knob is a tight but simple trail located in Cherokee National Forest. You will most likely get pinstripes from the branches lining the trail in an SUV or Truck. The trail is just… Learn more about No Business Knob
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Jennings Creek Road
Jennings Creek Road travels along the border of Cherokee National Forest between the Horse Creek Recreation Area and the Old Forge NF Campground. The campground has walk-in sites with a parking lot only 10 to… Learn more about Jennings Creek Road
Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Old NC 105
Old NC-105 is a popular trail and is most well-known for its outstanding views of the Linville Gorge. It offers unparalleled views of the gorge and of Table Rock Mountain. There are numerous overlooks and… Learn more about Old NC 105
This trail was developed from old railroad tracks, making it perfect for various activities. Plenty of primitive camping sites along the river. There are two old railroad tunnels and multiple railroad bridges that you can… Learn more about Meadow & Gauley Rivers Access Trail
Total Miles
17.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Panther Mountains
This is a gravel road along The Gauley River National Rec Area. It has access to Gauley river, and multiple hiking trails including the stairway to heaven, multiple water crossings and beautiful waterfalls. This is… Learn more about Panther Mountains
Total Miles
9.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Snake Island to Cavendish
The trail is easy and can be made by any stock 4x4 vehicle with adequate ground clearance. What makes this trail significant and worthy of a ride is it runs along the Meadow River which… Learn more about Snake Island to Cavendish
Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Hurricane Gap
Hurrican Gap is a well-maintained gravel road that travels from the Houston Valley area to just outside of Hot Springs, NC. While it's not particularly challenging, there are some great side trips along the way.… Learn more about Hurricane Gap
Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Rich Mountain Lookout
This short route is a must-see if you're in the area. If you're traveling Hurricane Gap it's well worth the detour. There area few campsites on the way up the mountain. Cell service is available,… Learn more about Rich Mountain Lookout
Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Paint Mountain Road
Paint Mountain is a great way to connect Hurricane Gap to the east, with some of the other roads and trails west of this area. It's 1 to 1.5 cars wide and outside of a… Learn more about Paint Mountain Road
Brush Creek starts out as a narrow paved road, but once it meets the western end of Weaver's Bend it transitions to gravel. This is a beautiful drive and the namesake creek parallels the road… Learn more about Brush Creek Road
Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Meadow Creek Tower Road
This short two-mile trail is a great quick route to visit the tower. It's relatively tame outside of a few sections with larger rocks. When paired with Big Clifty, it makes for a nice 10-mile… Learn more about Meadow Creek Tower Road
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Weaver Bend
Weaver Bend Road runs from its intersection with Brush Creek to the French Broad River. It transitions from gravel to dirt. Along the road, there are several marked campsites including several riverside. At it's namesake… Learn more about Weaver Bend
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Big Clifty Road
Big Clifty is a mild introduction to the forest roads in the area. This seven-mile track climbs to the Meadow View Lookout Tower and is easily traversed by a 2WD vehicle. Cell service is available… Learn more about Big Clifty Road
Total Miles
6.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Myers Fork Road
A very scenic paved back road. This road will take you down and in between many trails in the area. This road is also part of the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway. A fantastic set of… Learn more about Myers Fork Road