Off-Road Trails in Texas

The 101 Loop Back takes a slightly tougher track through the southeastern corner of the park as it loops from the South Pens group camping area back to Merus 101. This short trail brings you to the top of a hill that provides an exceptional view of the Palo Duro Canyon system south of the park....
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920B is a Forest Service Road that branches off and returns to Overlook Bluff. This there-and-back road has unique sights to see as you traverse through a beautiful landscape just below the overlook. There is no camping on this road but just above the bluff, you can find ample campsites. The road is...
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This is an amazing drive in the Terlingua ranch area. This public road takes you deep in to the desert where there's a hidden gem. The remnants of an abandoned Resort and what looks like a 100-year-old dam. The journey will be a slow and steady one on this gravel, rocky desert mountain road. With a ...
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B-42 is a trail that connects north to south through the middle of B-26 Spider Web Loop and also provides access to B-43 trail. Along this trail, deep ruts have formed which can make passage difficult, especially during wet weather. Additionally, there are optional very deep mud holes on the trail, ...
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B-43 starts as an easy trail through the trees and leads down to a tight wash area with dirt rock ledges and trees on each side, which could make navigation difficult in a longer vehicle. After that section, the trail takes you to a section with large, deep ruts that are very difficult to pass due t...
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B-44 is a short, easy trail that branches off of B-26E Spider Web Loop. This trail starts with a loose, rocky, and slightly rutted descent that runs parallel to B-26 Spider Web Loop. After the descent, the trail winds through trees and leads to an intersection of B-26D Spider Web Loop and B-43 trail...
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B-45 is a short intermediate trail that branches off of B-26D Spider Web Loop. This trail has a small, rocky, and narrow feature at the entry, which is the most difficult part of the trail. It then leads to a winding, off-camber climb that reconnects to Spider Web Loop Trail B-26E....
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As the name implies, this trail runs between sections of the Back 40 Trail but avoids the loop around the Playground. Taking this trail will save a bit of time heading to or back from the large cave and trails found along the western portion of the Back 40. ...
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This route will take you from the entrance of Bastrop State Park (entrance fee required), through a few county roads to Paige. Starting in Bastrop State Park, you can explore the park and take in the sights before heading onto the rest of the route. The beginning of the route in the park is pavement...
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The Big Bend Ranch State Park is more than 311,000 acres (486 square miles) in size. Located in the Chihuahuan Desert, this area endures very harsh conditions of heat and monsoons. Camping is allowed in designated sites only with vehicles, and near endless locations while on foot. There are more tha...
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This trail will take you through a peaceful, scenic route and up-close views of oil rigs. A lot can be learned here regarding these oil rigs and how they work. You will also encounter lots of wildlife; if you are into birdwatching, this is a perfect place. Fishing is allowed but absolutely no campin...
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Bergflow Section 1 is a difficult trail that is under constant changes from rock falls coming off the walls of the canyon and periodic heavy rains that will rearrange dirt, sand, and rocks. This trail is full of off-camber sections as well as large boulders, ledges, and tight squeezes that will test...
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Bergflow Section 2 is a continuation past Lonesome Dove. While it starts out fairly tame, the trail escalates in difficulty as it progresses. This trail is in a creek bed and has multiple lines that can be attempted. Berglow Section 2 is a scenic trail with great views and has areas that are more op...
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A peaceful gravel route running through the Sam Houston Nation Forest. Bring your camera, hiking shoes , mountain bike and enjoy the trails. The Big Creek Scenic Trail Head lies at the midway point of this route and is a section of The Lonestar Hiking Trail the longest foot path in Texas at 100 mile...
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As you follow the old FSR 517, you'll ride up the only section of road that practically borders an entire side of the Big Slough Wilderness area. The road here transitions between gravel and dirt, so there are quite a few ruts throughout this trail due to erosion and water flow. But overall, if you'...
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Big Woods is an easy to traverse gravel/dirt road. It runs for about 8.5 miles in the Sam Houston National Forest. About halfway down, there's a nice hunters' camp that's part of the Sam Houston Wild Life Management Area, so you will need a permit to camp there. The Southern end can get slippery if ...
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Wind through the woods at Barnwell Mountain Recreation Area and test your rig's articulation by opting for harder or easier lines. A great thing about this park is there are usually multiple lines to get out of things, and this trail is no different. With proper tire placement and a good spotter, yo...
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The Black Gap 4x4 Trail is located within the remote Big Bend National Park, which provides amazing wide open views of Texas and Mexico. The trail, if done during summer when it is very hot, will be empty and it's possible to drive for hours and not see another person. It should not be taken lightly...
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Bluebonnet Gang can be accessed from Easter Egg Trail or the Park's Ranch Road. It is a dirt/rock Green-rated easy trail, however, it has a Blue-rated moderate obstacle at the very beginning (or end depending on which direction it is approached) in the form of a 3 foot ledge. Lockers and a minimum o...
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Boca Chica Beach is located at the border of the United States and Mexico. It is also where the Rio Grande River ends and meets with the Gulf Of Mexico. This beach is similar to Padre Island National Seashore and South Padre Island. There are trails located on the northwest section of the beach by t...
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