Dirt Bike Trails Near The University of Virginia's College at Wise, Virginia
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Trail 23 - Flatwoods Road
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
Flat Fork
This is the alternate entrance to Hillbilly Trails of Pike County. It's a gravel road that leads to Trail 23 of Hillbilly Trails. Once you get to the top there are a lot of trails… Learn more about Flat Fork
Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Wild Horse Trail (Lige Hollow)
This trail begins at an abandoned coal mine, twisting back and forth through a covered forest as it makes its way to the top of a regrown strip mine full of roaming wild horses. After… Learn more about Wild Horse Trail (Lige Hollow)
Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Fa
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
Irishman Branch
Take a quick trip through the mountains on this scenic forest service road. There are multiple water bars (rain/erosion control mounds) that can catch you by surprise, so use caution throughout the trail. There is… Learn more about Irishman Branch
Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Dicks Creek to Dark Hollow (Unicoi to Erwin)
This is an intermediate to advanced trail depending on the vehicle being used. There are multiple water crossings, logs, rocks, and steep-off camber sections. If you're using a full-size vehicle be cautious of narrow trail… Learn more about Dicks Creek to Dark Hollow (Unicoi to Erwin)
Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
The Beauty Spot
Nestled in the heart of the Unaka mountains, the Beauty Spot trail (FS 230) offers a captivating experience for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. With its rugged terrain and awe-inspiring views of the majestic… Learn more about The Beauty Spot
Total Miles
9.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Horse Creek
Horse Creek is one of the many hidden gems of East Tennessee. This is an epic trail filled with multiple water crossings, rock ledges, steep grades, and scenic views. You will encounter a few switchbacks… Learn more about Horse Creek
Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
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
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
Arrington Branch Pass
This is a pass that goes through the old Arrington Branch and then goes up a curvy, rocky hill with low, tight clearances. You will pass by old homesteads and wetland areas as you go… Learn more about Arrington Branch Pass
Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
5
Moderate
Best Time
Fa
Shagnast Hill
This trail can be extreme. It is a shortcut over the hill from Arrington Pass and has really steep hill climbs with tree roots, rocks, and mud. However, there is a hidden gem: it boasts… Learn more about Shagnast Hill
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
8
Difficult
Best Time
Fa
Belcher Ridge Run
This trail has everything you want in an awesome trail with the exception of a water crossing. This trail is best traveled west to east for a few reasons. First: food and drink are on… Learn more about Belcher Ridge Run
Total Miles
28.2
Tech Rating
7
Difficult
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Stonebridge Trail
On this very scenic ride down along the creek, you will pass the remains of two bridges. The first will be on the left and is the larger of the two. The next will be… Learn more about Stonebridge Trail
This route will take you from the higher elevations back towards Hartford. It generally a mild road, but a few sections include ruts and mud holes that might be more challenging during rainy weather. Be… Learn more about Brown Gap Road
Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Toe River Trail
This trail starts off Blue Ridge Parkway near Horse Trail Gap and Hewat Overlook in the Pisgah National Forest. The Gap and nearby overlooks offer breathtaking views at sunrise and sunset. It is a fairly… Learn more about Toe River Trail
Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Fa
Old Fincastle Rd
This is a short trail with one difficult obstacle at the end. It is a mild trail to a deep creek crossing. Then a little off-camber dirt trail to the main event. Old Fincastle is… Learn more about Old Fincastle Rd
Total Miles
3
Tech Rating
7
Difficult
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Walkers Creek
This is a really fun and beautiful trail. It starts with a rocky decent to a deep water crossin,g and then a long, straight stretch. There are several puddles with a solid bottom. Once you… Learn more about Walkers Creek
Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Hurricane Creek
Hurricane Creek is a one-way trail you enter from the westbound lane of Interstate 40. The trail gets tight in many areas; there is not enough room to turn around. You will encounter steep drops… Learn more about Hurricane Creek
Total Miles
6
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Su / Wi / Sp
Cowen Creek
Cowen Creek is a very beautiful trail. It follows a creek bed with rocks and mud holes to navigate. There are two waterfalls to climb. This trail requires high clearance. Learn more about Cowen Creek
Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
7
Difficult
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Cave Fork Rd DBBB
A beautiful trail with plenty of scenery and a few shallow creek crossings. There are plenty of spots to pull over and enjoy the outdoors, and the creeks are cold and clear. This trail is… Learn more about Cave Fork Rd DBBB
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
No Man's Overlook
Beautiful overlook of the area. This trail has been recently graded so its nice and flat. There could be some lose dirt and mud when wet. Be cautious when up here as there is no… Learn more about No Man's Overlook
Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Bald Rock Fork Rd
This is a great trail for beginners, and has a little bit of everything. Mostly gravel roads with a couple creek crossings, creek bed and a steep gravel hill. There are old oil buildings and… Learn more about Bald Rock Fork Rd
Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
KAT Hard 2
This is a 1000-mile scenic loop through Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia. This is one of the harder sections. It's an awesome section with lots of mud, but most of the mud holes have a… Learn more about KAT Hard 2
Total Miles
8
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Fixer Rd DBBB
Fixer Road is another section of the Daniel Boone Backwood Byway. This trail has a creek crossing, a creek bed section and some mud. It is very scenic and ties in with a few other… Learn more about Fixer Rd DBBB
Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Sinking Creek
Sinking Creek is a very scenic trail that features large rock walls and a few springs that feed out of the rock. The large variety of plant life almost makes it seem tropical in the… Learn more about Sinking Creek
Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
6
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
New Virgina Ridge Rd to Hidden Lake
This is a nice trail that takes you to a secluded pond. It is a great spot to camp and fish. There are some low hanging branches to watch out for, and some muddy spots… Learn more about New Virgina Ridge Rd to Hidden Lake
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Su
Lake Trail
This is a little shortcut to get to a hidden lake. It has a couple of rocky spots with a small sandstone incline. You can tie this from New Virginia Ridge Road to bypass some… Learn more about Lake Trail
Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
4
Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Wentworth School Rd
The trail less traveled. This is an old road that leads to the Smyth Cemetery. Its a nice easy trail with a lot of low hanging branches. Learn more about Wentworth School Rd