Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Smith Corner, California
Jawbone to Lake Isabella
Total Miles
45.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Sp / Su / Fa
Alamo Mountain Loop
Alamo Mountain Loop is a great escape from the crowds and heat of summer. At over 7,000 feet, this easy forest drive runs parallel to Hungry Valley State Recreation area. Camping is available, as well… Learn more about Alamo Mountain Loop
Total Miles
24.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Liebre Mountain
Total Miles
16.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Camuesa & Buckhorn OHV
Camuesa & Buckhorn OHV is a stunning route high up in the San Rafael Mountains, providing awesome views into Los Padres NF and the Lake Cachuma foothills. This forest route is accessed via the Upper… Learn more about Camuesa & Buckhorn OHV
Total Miles
13.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
The Highest Peak of the Sierra Pelona
Take a quick, but pretty drive up to Burnt Peak. At 5,791' above sea level, this is the highest peak of the Sierra Pelona, which is one of the lower elevation ranges within California's Transverse… Learn more about The Highest Peak of the Sierra Pelona
Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su
Maxwell Road
This is an off-road connector between Lake Hughes Road and the Liebre Mountain and Sawmill Motor Way (USFS Route 7N23). It takes you through the western Sierra Pelona Range, which is the lower elevation mountain… Learn more about Maxwell Road
Total Miles
9.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Jawbone OHV Area
Total Miles
25.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
McIver's Cabin Trail Head
30 miles North of Mojave, CA on the 14 Fwy, is the Dove Springs open riding area. This area is well maintained and well marked with trail signs. The main trail leading into Dove Springs… Learn more about McIver's Cabin Trail Head
Total Miles
18.7
Tech Rating
3
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Lake Hughes Truck Trail
This easy route begins just east of Lake Hughes in remote northern Los Angeles County, California, and connects the area to the Tule Divide trail. The drive is a mostly uneventful climb with pretty views… Learn more about Lake Hughes Truck Trail
Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp
Tule Divide
The Tule Divide is an easy, pretty drive through the Sierra Pelona Range. The trail mostly follows Burns Canyon Road and other forest routes, which can be linked to other local trails for more off-road… Learn more about Tule Divide
Total Miles
13.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
San Francisquito Motorway
This is a relatively easy dirt road just outside Santa Clarita. It is usually low-traffic, and the main road doesn't even require 4x4. There are however several side trails (mostly short) that are steep, rutted,… Learn more about San Francisquito Motorway
Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Whitmore Gold Mines
This is a quick and easy trail that showcases some of the mining history of the western Mojave Desert. It is mostly hard-packed, and there are plenty of areas to park and walk to the… Learn more about Whitmore Gold Mines
Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Lake Hughes/Grass Mountain Connector Trail
This short trail connects the Lake Hughes Truck Trail with Grass Mountain, FS 6N04. It is a mostly uneventful and short trail that, unlike others in the area, has quite a bit of shade thanks… Learn more about Lake Hughes/Grass Mountain Connector Trail
Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Grass Mountain Summit
This is a short, but scenic ride to the summit of Grass Mountain, which provides a great view of the Green Valley area, as well as views of the Leona Valley, Antelope Valley, and high… Learn more about Grass Mountain Summit
Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
City Highline Road
This non-technical dirt road follows the power lines along the hills of San Francisquito Canyon. There are some neat views of the California aqueduct, and tons of little side roads. Most of the side roads… Learn more about City Highline Road
Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Leona Divide
This is a relatively easy scenic drive down Forest Route 6N04, also known as Leona Divide. It can be run in both directions, beginning at either the trailhead on Bouquet Canyon Road or San Francisquito… Learn more about Leona Divide
Total Miles
9.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Monache Meadows
Total Miles
8.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su
Sierra Pelona Ridge/Rowher OHV
Total Miles
13.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Sp / Su / Fa
Iron Canyon Scenic Trail
The Iron Canyon Scenic Trail is an easy-going dirt trail that winds its way around the Red Cliffs of Red Rock Canyon State Park. It's very easy-going as there are no major obstacles to worry… Learn more about Iron Canyon Scenic Trail
Total Miles
3
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Abandoned Old Dutch Cleanser Mine Trail
The Dutch Cleanser Mine in Red Rock Canyon State Park is the perfect place to end your adventure or have lunch when exploring the area. The Mine is massive as you can walk in and… Learn more about Abandoned Old Dutch Cleanser Mine Trail
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Back Way to Schmidt Tunnel
The trail is single-car wide with short climbs and descents. This is a short trail with great views from multiple locations of the trail. This is the backway to the William Henry Schmidt Tunnel. It's… Learn more about Back Way to Schmidt Tunnel
Total Miles
8.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Iron Canyon EP21
Uneven and rutted dirt trail with loose rocks and sandy washes. Use caution, some washes are narrow. Potential for mud holes and water crossings less than a foot deep. There are trail obstacles of up… Learn more about Iron Canyon EP21
Total Miles
14.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
R20
A wide trail that swerves with deep turns throughout the foothills of the Rand Mountain range, fast, fun, and nice views that connects to many other trails in the area. This trail is one of… Learn more about R20
Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Movie Road, Alabama Hills
Total Miles
20
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
R44
Located in the Mojave desert in California, this trail runs alongside the Rand Mountain Range and is suitable for all off-road vehicles. This trail contains nice elevation gains with a fun trail that rolls and… Learn more about R44
Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi
Alabama Hills Singletrack
Exploring the Alabama Hills Singletrack by dirt bike allows for you to get up close to incredible rock formations and go where no other vehicle can. This singletrack trail that crosses the high desert of… Learn more about Alabama Hills Singletrack
Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Sp / Fa
Old Searles Station Road
This appears to be the main cut across the road for dispersed camping. There are plenty of fire rings and flat spots to pick from. The road is mostly graded, and some washboard with plenty… Learn more about Old Searles Station Road
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp
Old Railroad Grade to New Tracks
The trail starts at the north end with hard pack dirt road passing through an open meadow before coming to a massive open, dispersed camping area with many fire rings. It then continues south until… Learn more about Old Railroad Grade to New Tracks
Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp
Kiss The Boundary
This trail is a fun blast through the hills with bermed corners, some washes, and occasional deep whoops. This trail just kisses the boundary between the Spangler OHV Area and BLM land. The trail is… Learn more about Kiss The Boundary
Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp
Murano Trail Part 1
This is the Western section of the Murano trail as it enters the Spangler Hills OHV area and leads in from BLM land that borders the town of Ridgecrest. It continues past this part 1… Learn more about Murano Trail Part 1