Off-Road Trails in Kentucky

The 1 to 2 Road, is a semi-maintained creek gravel and dirt primary road, with natural tendencies, connecting point to point from the 1 intersection to the 2 intersection in Turkey Bay OHV, within the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. Its official ID is part of Forestry M01. After get...
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101 runs from the General Store / Parking Area to the south side of the park out to State Highway 510. This route would be a main trailhead to access many of the other park trails. This is a maintained trail of gravel, rock, mud, and dirt, but there can be some shallow mud holes, rutting, and some r...
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Depending on the rig, this trail can become relatively narrow and tight, making maneuvering technical. It runs through a thick area of pine trees and has a natural dirt surface. Several turns and curves make it attractive to see what you can do without putting it in reverse to make the corners in on...
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102 is just across from the General Store / Office and goes along the kudzu (Pueraria Montana)- covered hillside. As you ascend the hillside, you can overlook the General Store / Office, Stage, and Parking Areas of the park. The trail has some minor ruts, and it has a climbing or descending grade de...
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This track is just a connecting trail up to 103, 103B, 103C and 103D. This track is a blue trail that is a short climb up to 103. There is one switchback that could cause an issue if wet. Use caution in this section and there should be no dramas....
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Trail 103 is an easy blue trail that is the gateway for many other routes. You can gain access to 103A,103B,103C and 103D. This track can be run in both directions but watch out for narrow spots. It could be hard to pass oncoming traffic. Take your time and there should be no drama....
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This is a blue trail that leads to the Blue Diamond Overlook. This point has views looking over to the old Blue Diamond Mine that this park is built around. Trail 103 A is definitely a great place for photos and a great spot to take a lunch break. Access to this trail is via Highway 221 and can be r...
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103B is a black diamond loop that starts on 103 and ends back at 103. Steep switchbacks and rutted tracks give this trail its black diamond rating. Be sure to have a winch and at least one traction device. This trail is a single-vehicle width and can be driven either way. Be sure to check out the Bl...
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Trail 104 runs along the base of the hillside trails of Clover Fork and comes from either Trail 104 or just off Kentucky State Highway 699. The trail is rock and dirt with some minor ruts. It is unmaintained but is in easily traversed condition and is additionally wider for more places to pass the v...
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On trail 105, you will find a narrow trail with rock and dirt surfaces. There are a few steeper grades and some ledges. Some ruts can be 12-18 inches deep, and the surfaces that are eroding are sandy and will be looser material to traverse while on this trail....
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105/106 Connector - FS 106A is a gravel forest service road in the northwest corner of the Kentucky section, Kentucky Lake side, of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. This is one of the shortest examples of a Forest Road within LBL that connects two more prominent roads in the area...
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105A is a steep climb with loose rock. Low psi in tires and front and rear traction devices are recommended. This track hits you hard from the beginning. Be prepared to use quite a bit of throttle to get past some of the rock ledges on this one. There are a few steep switchbacks to navigate around a...
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This track takes you up and above some notable trails in the park. Powerline Ridge exits on 105B as well as 105C. This track is steep and offers a challenging climb/descent, depending on the direction of travel. Keep your eyes on the trail. You don't want to make a wrong move as the trail has a stee...
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This trail is a connector trail from 105A to 105B. The surface is all dirt and there are a few steep hills to climb/descend depending on the direction of travel. There are a few places to take photos of the mountains that are peeking from behind the canopy of the trees. Be aware of oncoming traffic ...
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Trail 106 is a rock and dirt trail with some rutted areas and very small ledges. It leads to the playground obstacle course, where you can test your skills. Here, you can find that the difficulty level will climb into the categories of how difficult you want to take your rig; that area of the trail ...
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This easy-going track can be accessed from trail 101 or 114. Parts of the trail are single-vehicle roads, so be cautious of oncoming traffic, but don't worry--there are plenty of places to pass. The trail is mostly dirt and gravel roads, with multiple shallow mudholes along the way. While traveling ...
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108 is a blue trail that can be found off of trail 101 or 107. It is a fun track that rides the ridge of the mountain with great views peaking from behind the trees. Nothing to worry about on this one as you will be driving through the forest under the canopy. There are no obstacles on this track to...
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Trail 109 is easy and maintained and has gravel, rock, and dirt surfaces. There are some mud holes, but they are not deep. There are a few small ledges, and the width is plenty wide to pass other vehicles. This trail goes between 101 and State Highway 221....
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This trail is just over 2 miles long and is a great opportunity to see the Black Mountain trails without getting too crazy. There are also a couple of small waterfalls to enjoy. The terrain is dirt with some small rocks and water puddles. The trail does have a few areas that could potentially wash o...
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110 is a black diamond trail and it starts off with an easy drive along the ridge. The ending of this trail is why it gets the black diamond rating. Once you turn left to the exit, you are faced with a steep descending track with one steep switchback to the left. Use low gearing to help you make it...
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