Horseshoe Ridge

Total Miles
4.1

Elevation

900.16 ft

Duration

1 Hours

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

This trail begins at the jackknife section at 34.64547, -84.03388, where Blue Ridge transitions onto Horseshoe Ridge. This trail welcomes more intermediate technical off-roaders. While it offers a fun adventure, you will encounter deeper ruts along the narrow road, larger rocks, and potentially downed trees. Additionally, you can access the trail from Black Mountain Road at 34.6099, -84.0042 and enter from the southeast side. Be mindful that this entire section might experience seasonal closures, as there is a gate at both ends.

Photos of Horseshoe Ridge

Horseshoe Ridge
Horseshoe Ridge

Difficulty

This trail is pretty narrow, it is just wide enough for one vehicle at a time. The ruts are quite noticeable, around 8-12 inches deep and 12-24 inches wide. Plus, there are overhanging trees along the way that might be an issue for taller vehicles, so some trimming might be necessary. You'll also encounter larger rocks scattered throughout, adding to the terrain and requiring some careful maneuvering.

Technical Rating

4

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