Coarse Gold Road 5N24

Total Miles
2.1

Elevation

673.19 ft

Duration

0.25 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

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Coarse Gold Road 5N24
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Trail Overview

This trail is a short connector and gatekeeper to Del Sur Ridge 6N18. A couple of points feature nice views of surrounding canyons and chaparral. Deep ruts and erosion give this trail a bit of difficulty, and high clearance is strongly recommended. To prevent damage, avoid this trail after moderate to heavy rainfall. This trail may continue past the intersection with Del Sur Ridge, but it is not shown on Forest Service Motor Vehicle Use Maps beyond that point.

Photos of Coarse Gold Road 5N24

Coarse Gold Road 5N24
Coarse Gold Road 5N24

Difficulty

Most of this trail is easily drivable. Some sections feature deep ruts and mud, others are significantly eroded and off-camber. High clearance, 4WD, and good tires are strongly recommended. Airing down is not necessary but will make for a more comfortable ride.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

Neil Laxamana
Nov 28, 2024
2003 Mercedes G-Class
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
Phillip Poon
Nov 17, 2024
Open
Normal
Dusty
Most of the trail is easy enough for a 2WD vehicle but some sections are rutted out requiring either good suspension travel or 4WD. There are optional offshoots for those looking for a more technical challenge but if you stay on the main road a stock 4WD can complete the trail.
Raj K
Jun 29, 2024
2023 Lexus GX
Open
Dusty
Deeply rutted in certain areas. Stock GX460 made it
Jim W.
Jun 22, 2024
2004 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal
Dusty

Access Description

Coming from Santa Clarita, approach via Vasquez Canyon Road or Bouquet Canyon Road. The trailhead is on Bouquet Canyon Road. Look for the large brown sign labeling the trail. There is no parking or staging at the trailhead.

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