Off-Road Trails in California

11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail is an 11.6-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Trabuco Ranger District. Lusardi Truck Trail ascends the Carney Canyon between the Black Butte (west) and Black Mountain (east) to the National Forest boundary at 5.8 miles. The t...
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11S04 Black Mountain is a 10.8-mile out-and-back located in the Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Ranger District. This is a limited-use trail restricted to street-legal vehicles. The trail is rated 3 of 10 but has the potential to be worse during and right after seasonal weather and is subject to ...
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15S05 La Posta Truck Trail is a 7.6-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. This trail is usually run in conjunction with Fred Canyon to create a 14.2-mile point-to-point trail and can be run in either direction. It's generally ...
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15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road is a 4.6-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. The trail to the top is a full 6.8 miles, but due to a slide, the trail is closed at the 2.3-mile point. This trail is a continual climb from the trail...
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Las Chiches is a short trail rated as difficult because of its steep inclines. There are incredible views as you traverse the ridge line in La Panza Range within Los Padres National Forest. The trail is located between Navajo Flat OHV and Turkey Flats OHV, and it is shared route with dirt bikes and ...
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16S08 Fred Canyon Road is a 6.1-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. This trail is usually run in conjunction with Fred Canyon to create a 14.2-mile point-to-point trail. It's generally considered a moderately challenging rou...
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This trail is a side spur trail off of the Log Cabin Mine Ridge Trail. The trail takes you to a spot with 360 views of Mono Lake, the surrounding Eastern Sierra Peaks, and into Yosemite National Park. It is a rocky and bumpy track. Be cautious of a few unknowing dips while climbing to the top. ...
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A long overland trail with plenty of recreational activities such as site-specific shooting areas, yellow post campsites and creek crossings. This is a well-maintained dirt road with some minor ruts, rocks and shallow creek crossings. It makes for a great day in the mountains South of Big Bear near ...
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This is apart of Ballinger OHV. Considered desert highlands that has junipers, pinyon pines and scrub brush. Trail 24 (24W09.24) is the main trail that ranges between sandy and hard pack and potentially muddy sections. About two thirds of the trail it is mainly whoops following about a gradual incl...
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2N40 Cloudland is a short but beautiful trail with great views of San Bernardino and the mountains beyond. It is doable in 2WD during dry conditions, but 4WD may be required when wet. Closures can occur during winter months for safety reasons. This is a great starter trail with plenty of changing te...
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During dry seasons, Blue Quartz 2N71 is a beautiful dirt road with ample tree coverage and plenty of spots to stop and enjoy the scenery. Sections of the trail allow for dispersed camping with views of Big Bear Lake along its length. The trail is ideal for those seeking a peaceful and scenic drive....
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This short trail takes you high above the 395 and other surrounding valleys. It offers beautiful views of Mammoth Mountain and other Eastern Sierra Peaks. There is also a nice view of the airport. Stunning when snow is still covering the peaks. The trail starts as an easy sandy trail but gets ver...
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A very fun trail, nestled in the canyons off Lytle Creek Road. The trail starts easy, then becomes moderate-difficult as you ascend deeper into the mountains. There are spectacular views throughout the trail, and as you reach the end of the trail, you are welcomed to a large area of dispersed campin...
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The Squeeze Trail (3N07A) is a 1.4-mile trail that winds its way in between 3N32 Union Flat and 3N07 Van Dusen Creek. It is comprised of many tight turns around large rocks and trees, rocky ledges that are sometimes off-camber & offer some of the best-dispersed camping in the area. The major attract...
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Trail head starts on Angeles Crest Highway at the Vincent Gap Turnout. It is a very short trail that leads to a locked gate at Jackson Flat Camping Area. The scenery during this trail consists of mature trees providing plenty of shade throughout the trail, views of the Antelope Valley from above, an...
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The trail starts at the third quarter into marked trail 3N26. There is shade for more than half of the trail from mature tree and a hillside for the majority of the trail. During certain times of year, there are shallow creek crossings and obstacles such as fallen trees and boulders from the hillsid...
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

An excellent Jeep trail filled with rock obstacles that vary in size from small to large. A technically challenging trail that's perfect for all rigs with 4x4 and high clearance. Any stock 4x4 can complete the trail with proper lines and spotting. You'll enjoy beautiful views throughout the trail an...
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The Main Divide is composed of 3 sections, all of which are easy going trails that can be done with any high clearance 4x4 or a low clearance AWD vehicle with care. This trail offers some of the most amazing views of the Temescal Valley below and Los Angeles beyond. On a clear day you can see all th...
Learn more about 3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak

This very short track takes you through the Inyo National Forest. It has various dispersed camped spots but can be a challenge to reach. There are also some narrow spots with sharp manzanita trees to give you "Sierra" pinstripes and scrape your vehicle. High clearance 4x4 is recommended. There are m...
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This sandy trail takes you through the Inyo National Forest. It climbs just over 400 feet in just under two miles. There are many downed trees to navigate around. This trail is part of the Mammoth Loop that goes from Mammoth to June. There are a few whoops to navigate on this heavily tracked route....
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