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Ridge run with incredible views. The main road is 2WD friendly; offshoots require 4x4. Perfect introduction to mountain wheeling with panoramic vistas of the Cajon Pass.

Perfect for a quick run. Light water crossings and shaded campsites along the creek. Great for families and beginner groups looking to practice water crossing techniques.

Iconic rock crawling trail. The Gatekeeper sets the tone - if you can't clear it, turn back. Holcomb Creek crossing and deep ruts make this a must-do for experienced wheelers.

Starts easy, ends challenging. The rock garden at the summit tests both driver and rig. Nylon strap recommended - this trail is notorious for body damage. Unmatched summit views of Baldwin Lake.

The big leagues. Deep bowls, off-camber climbs, and shelf roads that'll test the best-built rigs. Named for the bathtub-size springs. Bring recovery gear and expect body damage.

Historic desert crossing from Colorado River to Barstow. Sand, lava tubes, volcanic formations, and the iconic Mojave mailbox. Bring extra fuel and water.

California's largest OHV area. Sand dunes, badlands, mud caves, and slot canyons. Blowsand Hill tests your climbing skills.

Sand and small rocks through canyon. Extra credit obstacles at the end. Any 4x4 can handle the main trail.

Easy fire road perfect for beginners. Winding through pine forests with multiple spur roads for dispersed camping. Great for testing new rigs.

The tallest dunes in California. Competition Hill separates the brave from the willing. Wide-open sand playground with extreme terrain.

Narrow shelf road winding through pine forest. Steep drop-offs and tight turns require precision.

The Gatekeeper stops most stock rigs. Deep ruts, massive ledges, and tight squeezes. Legendary for eating body panels.

Popular loop connecting historic Holcomb Valley sites. Mix of fire road and technical rock sections.

Part of the King of the Hammers course. Extreme rock crawling and high-speed desert sections.

Rolling desert trail with scenic views of Johnson Valley and surrounding ranges.

Named with humor, this trail delivers serious challenges. Steep rock ledges and tight squeezes.

Scenic mountain road from Hemet to Idyllwild. Paved then graded dirt through pine forests.

Historic route through badlands near the Salton Sea. Winding climbs and descents.

Epic desert traverse from Jawbone Canyon to Lake Isabella. Rolling hills and dry washes.

Technical desert trail connecting Pioneertown to Burns Canyon. Rock gardens and sandy washes.

Historic wagon road through Holcomb Valley's gold rush country. Passes historic mining sites.

Classic ridge run with commanding views of Cajon Pass and the I-15 corridor.

Scenic forest route following Knickerbocker Creek. Great for families and beginners looking for easy mountain wheeling with beautiful views.

Classic Big Bear connector trail. Links many popular off-road adventures through beautiful pine forest.

Winding fire road in San Bernardino National Forest. Closed seasonally - check USFS alerts before going.

Part of Skyline Drive trail system. Panoramic views above Big Bear Lake. Easy to moderate.

Wide pine-forested route with mild elevation changes. Smooth dirt with occasional puddles after rain.

Beautiful dirt road with tree coverage. Dispersed camping spots with great views.

Gate locked Nov 1 - May 1. Starts near Highway 38, transitions from pavement to dirt.

Casual meandering trail alongside shallow canyon. 8000ft San Bernardino Mountain views.

Hard-packed sand and rocky gravel. Easy summer ride. No winter maintenance.

Scenic loop through Holcomb Valley with Gold Rush history stops. Mild terrain.

Long connector from Fawnskin to Lucerne Valley. Forest Service road with dispersed camping.

Scenic trail in Holcomb Valley. Diverse terrain and views. Access from south or north.

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Recently reopened after years of closure. Scenic corner of Big Bear with challenging obstacles.

Great for new off-roaders. Dense forest scenery with easy-to-moderate challenges.

Long overland trail with shooting areas, yellow post campsites, and creek crossings.

Short scenic connector between Holcomb Valley Road and Snow Slide Road.

Epic mountain climb with sweeping views over San Ysidro Mountains and San Diego in the distance. All dirt road.

Winds through Cleveland Forest from Pamo Road. Very rutted - not well maintained.

Narrow shelf road in Cleveland NF following Santa Ysabel Creek. Beautiful mountain views.

Limited-use trail in Cleveland NF Palomar District. Street-legal vehicles only.

Ascends Carney Canyon between Black Butte and Senció Peak. Great views.

Beautiful backcountry loop near three different waterfalls. Mix of graded dirt roads with some technical sections.

Mellow 2-track road to Tecate Peak. Grave road lower section. Ruts after rain.

Dirt road into Palomar Mountain State Park. From scrubland to lush forests. Some rocky areas - high clearance recommended.

Main east-west connector in Corral Canyon OHV area. Poorly maintained forest service road.

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Well-maintained but expect large rocks, ruts, steep drop-offs. Weather dependent.

4.6 mile out-and-back to top. Full 6.8 mile if going to terminus. Great views.

Begins off Mexico 2 near El Hongo. Fork right after toll road. Varied terrain.

Usually run with Fred Canyon to create loop. Forest service road.

Hard-packed dirt through private property - be respectful. Rocky to smooth dirt.

Usually run with Fred Canyon. 7.6 mile point-to-point in Cleveland NF.

In Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Two small valleys with attractions to see.

Scenic high desert drive with two overlooks of Carrizo Canyon. Great lunch spot at Corrizo Overlook.

9.6 mile out-and-back in Anza-Borrego. Stay the Trail area. Street-legal only.

Well-maintained dirt road stretching from El Hongo to Oso Negro. Gateway to numerous ranches.

Scales Rouse Ridge/Thomas Mountain with stunning 360 views. Great combination trail.

Two-way trail between Banning-Idyllwild Highway and Bee Canyon. Mostly hard-pack dirt with stunning mountain views.

Well-maintained fire road to Boulder Basin. Turnouts for rock climbing along the way.

Uneven, rutted dirt trail with loose rocks and sand. Muddy in rain season. Steep sections.

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Street-legal only - no green stickers. Full-size friendly with plenty of room.

360-degree views from the top. Multiple hiking trails throughout. Best at sunset.

19.8-mile out-and-back in Anza Borrego. Starts at Clark Dry Lake. Street-legal vehicles only.

Part of the famous wildflowers tour in Anza Borrego. Highway legal only. Smooth dirt surface.

Family-friendly loop inside Joshua Tree National Park. Scenic with volcanic lava rocks and interesting rock formations.

8.5 mile road from Hwy 247. Generally an easy drive. Valley and wilderness views.

Great intro to desert driving. Wide enough for two cars, framed by Joshua Trees.

Easy dirt road climbing into boulder gardens. Changes name crossing BLM lands.

Cross Means Lakebed to reach Giant Rock. Smooth desert sand with small washes. Lots of trail choices.

Mellow sandy road climbing into boulders. Rated 2 only because of a couple obstacles.

Well-used connecting BLM roads near wilderness boundary. Easy sandy combo.

Sandy road climbing from Cholla Road into boulders along wilderness boundary.

Expansive desert playground. Northern Johnson Valley known for extreme rock-crawling Hammers.

Fun family ride. All dirt two-track with some sand and rocks.

Central entry point to network of trails. Commonly used - expect to share with campers.