As far as technicality, I wouldn't suggest going through without a lift and AT tires. Highlands Scenic Highway Dan said it is a 15-20 mile stretch, but some great areas. Rosman Sent from my Hewlett-Packard 75C, using the Flying Merkel motorcycle app. July 2019 Apopka High Falls State Park These falls were named after Glenn Hilliard, one of the original founders of The Foothills Trail. Chattanooga Valley Musterground Mountain Information Coordinates: 35.0117601N, -82.9584775W Approx. Weeki Wachee Preserve Trail gets pretty narrow on the back half and I really had no business being there in a burb but I do on occasion like to send it. Recreational uses include hunting, fishing, mountain biking, paddling, birdwatching, and nature viewing. Hayesville Jonathan Dickinson State Park A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. Kind of a long truck for this trail, but we managed to make it about half way along the trail before having to back down a hill and turn around. Very small beach but the dog loved it and it was some beautiful views. August 2016 This free map can be found at many of the State Parks in this area, and is a must for anyone wanting to discover the riches of the Gorges. Bucks Pocket State Park Juniper Prairie Wilderness Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area SC Rangers will close the gate on Jan 2 (after hunting season). Because I was familiar with the road from the Whitewater River bridge to the Bad Creek parking, we rode our bikes in the dark with headlamps. Mountains-to-Sea Trail Bartow County Parks Waleska You February 2014, All Dec 29, 2017 (Edited) Wide trail and lots of scenery. This was such a fun 4x4 trail! Brasstown Wilderness My other hobbies include chess, science, old music, and meteorology. We saw no one all day. This is a legit camp spot on the trail. Nice easy trail with some pretty lake views. Maybe a forum issue cause they work if I copy and paste them. Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. Swallow Creek Wildlife Management Area We drove AHR until it turned into Chestnut Mountain and rode that all the way back to the parking lot for Turtleback Falls. Three years later and after doing some research, I discovered that one of the trailheads to Hilliard Falls is Line Rock Gap which can be accessed via Musterground Road at Duke Energys Bad Creek Facility. "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". Glasgow reviewed Musterground Road Trail April 16, 2022 OHV/Off-road driving Drove all the way to the end on 4/16/2022 after it rained that morning and camped at Hunt Camp 5 (at the end of Musterground Road for vehicle traffic). 1) nothing to see and 2) the very south end of that trail is off limits (per Dan), but it wasn't marked and the gate was open. 11/24/20 - great offroad trip! Caesars Head State Park Its perfect for pro riders who are looking for a challenge. October 2015 Balsam Lake Recreation Area Built explicitly for ATV enthusiasts, the Carolina Backwoods is a fun destination. Weedon Island Preserve For more information, contact the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Communications Office by emailing Newsdesk@dnr.sc.gov. Oconee Station Historic Site We were able to bring the dog, kids and find a great pull off to camp. Trenton We rode through 3 streams. Raven Cliffs Wilderness Ridge Runners) - January 28, 2023 - Berlin, NH. Six miles deep into the rugged Jocassee Gorges, we pulled over to the left at Line Rock Gap and found the red gate at the trailhead. Mostly gravel and nothing too rough to worry about damage or rolling. There were rock outcroppings and small waterfalls. Drove part of it two (?) Ducktown While its risky for beginners, it can be one of the most exciting locations for experienced drivers. Bonus - the leaves were at peak today. December 2016 Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 min to complete. Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. It also has a picturesque river where you can take as many shots as you want while exploring for the rest of the day. Cherohala Skyway 2023 Back Lake Shoot Out - February 4, 2023 . Just remember to be responsible for your trash. As far as technicality, I wouldn't suggest going through without a lift and AT tires. As for the vehicles that are usually used on this trail, ATVs and 4WDs are quite popular. About 11 miles long, the Wash Creek Road is perfect if you prefer an off-road trail thats more secluded so you can feel the adventure. July 2018 Accessibility Gainesville Area Very easy to drive, fun, several area to take pictures. 2023 Annual Winter Cookout (White Mtn. We were fortunate that we had no equipment malfunctions. June 2015 Read More Crystal Mill Colorado: Off-Road Guide and TipsContinue, Visiting San Diego and looking for some scenic off-road trails in Southern California? Some tight turns the further in you go. Blakely Tallulah Falls Historic Sites Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. May 2016 Musterground Road on the Oconee County side of Jocassee Gorges, which was already scheduled to close for the season Jan. 15, will remain closed until its seasonal opening date of March 20. Florence Area We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. Lake Placid Florida Trail Linville Great moderate 4wd trail, we had a 2014 f-150 super crew with the 6.5ft bed, everything stock. Triple Creek Preserve Sky Valley Still really enjoyable! Troutdale Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area This is a road designed for 4WD and ATVs. Lake George Wild Forest Eastpoint Little Frog Wilderness As of Monday afternoon, the road was still covered in ice and snow. Oldsmar Ring Park The first part is narrower, the next one is ideal for people and vehicles since the State itself maintains it, and the rest of the trail has campsites. We strolled along a beautiful sandy bank to get a great view of the extremely unique bridge over the Thompson built from old boilers, drainpipes, or something of their likeness! There are many steep up and steep down sections. Great trail for Jeeps. This goes for all the forest service roads. All 34 miles of trails are open to dirt bikes, and over 14 miles are open to ATVs, jeeps, and other 4-wheel-drive vehicles. Buchanan Savage Gulf State Natural Area Neal Preserve It was not as muddy as I was expecting. This road was recently improved with fist sized rock in many places, especially steep sections. We'll update this page if and when it reopens. Reflecting on the day, I continue to be thankful for the visionaries who preserved this area and who continue to work tirelessly to protect this special, special place in our state and our country. FOIA | Quick Point Nature Preserve Berry College Trail System I fell in the water on the first one. Shop The Ridge Store: www.TheRidgeStore.comCampingRandy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/campingrandy Went out this week to Musterground Road in the Jocassee. Ocala National Forest June 2019 All are first come, first serve. Like the Wash Creek Road because of the river, light traffic, and easy dirt-gravel terrain, the Bent Creek Road is an excellent destination for off-road adventures without a 4WD and nature treks. Sebring Area Providence Canyon State Park for this quest. Saluda Always find out if the gate is unlocked ahead of time! Newport November 2016 went up with a 94 cherokee rwd no problem even in the wet! My favorite stop was about five miles in right before we crossed The Thompson River. Middlesex Slow going so be prepared! I highly recommend. For more information on Jocassee Gorges, visit South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (sc.gov). December 2018 Upper Tampa Bay County Park Naples Area Elk Knob Game Lands July 2017 Today, you can find me out in the woods every weekend, whether it's on an official trail or bushwhacking through cross-country terrain without any paths. Caspersen Beach Park Done in a Jeep wrangler. First half of trail easy 2nd half moderate. years ago and need to get back up there to see the rest of the trail. Aska Trail System I am an experienced hiker in this area. will not be able to view the application with this browser and these settings. We were also fortunate that it did not rain. Blue Ridge Parkway I brought my 2020 Jeep gladiator. Despite light traffic in the area, the dirt and gravel trail is good enough for both beginners and expert drivers. Matic The "OFG" Baby!!! Camp Adger Road at US 178, which goes to the Franklin Gravely Monument, has not yet reopened but SCDNR officials expect it to reopen later this week. Newbie here, loving all the info I can glean shared by y'all. Drove all the way to the end on 4/16/2022 after it rained that morning and camped at Hunt Camp 5 (at the end of Musterground Road for vehicle traffic). Schade, die Route ist gesschlossen. Jocassee Gorges, acquired by SCDNR in 1998, is also home to rare and unusual plants and animals. This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. Some tight turns the further in you go. Talladega National Forest Vehicles can easily handle the size and depth of the puddles. We got lucky and the road was open. Dahlonega In all, the round-trip hike was 4.4 miles. Black Bear Wilderness Crackerneck WMA. Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. Cheaha Wilderness The water temperature was a cool 58 degrees (yes, I carry a water thermometer in my backpack!) I fell in the water on the first one. Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area Erwin Closing wed, Jan 1. Some hikers use a boat shuttle across Lake Jocassee to split the segment, but that was not really an option in my case, because I would likely finish the hike after the shuttling service closes for the night. Tennessee Pulling out my DNR map, the trailhead at Line Rock Gap was located about six miles from Bad Creek, and on a perfectly sunny April day, the tenacious trio of Neil, David and Em set out for a memorable venture. Bar Phone: 715-866-4509 Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, troubleshooting, purchasing, reviews, accessories, maintenance, and more! Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. Orlando Area Myron B. Hodge City Park Spring City Huntington Benton Chattanooga Palmetto Trail The Jocassee Gorges, which includes the Franklin L. Gravely Wildlife Management Area, is in northern Pickens and Oconee counties along the North Carolina border and surrounds Lake Jocassee. Lookout Mountain Battlefield Throughout the years that followed, as I slowly ran out of popular hiking trails in my area, I began to search for and hike in more seldom-visited areas. Inverness Area Suches I'm 21 years old and have been hiking since 2011. We were also fortunate that it did not rain. I think Musterground Rd is part of this area. Art Loeb Trail We started at Musterground Road in the parking lot for Foothills Trail Lower Falls. Not due to traction issues but centered slightly a couple of times due to length. No longer a v-strom owner but a Stromtrooper at heart. http://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm About the Gorges State Park (3/23/12 - New Information from Randall below) : .Info on the Gorges State Park area in NC. Cornelia Chatsworth Nice easy trail with some pretty lake views. Putting a lift and 37s on next so this should go a little smoother next time. Great trail! If youre looking for off road trails in NC, this article provides some of the best places to ride. Phone Numbers | November 2017 Dunlap For more information, please visit, No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Other than the fact that AT tires are designed for off-road places, theyre also better at handling impact from the occasional bumps in this area. Grundy Forest State Natural Area "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". Dont go off directions on this app cause it will bring you to a subdivision for some reason. cool trail, great scenery and well maintained. We would have enjoyed finishing the trail with our Jeep but there were too many hunters ! Occasionally my feet slipped going downhill on the large gravel. This is a road designed for 4WD and ATVs. I have the next 2 days off and the weather looks nice. there are multiple camp sites. there are multiple camp sites. March 2016 Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. Cherokee Is it more challenging? This was my first mountain biking adventure. Leffis Key Preserve All outdoor activities, especially off-trail hiking, are done at your own risk. Elevation: 2,300 feet (701 meters) USGS Map Area: Reid Feature Type: Summit Nearby Summits Musterground Mountain is listed in the Summits Category for Oconee County in the state of South Carolina. No reservations and no permitting req'd. June 2014 LaFayette The Jocassee Gorges entrance at Shooting Tree Ridge Road, which is on Cleo Chapman Highway in Eastatoe Valley, will remain open, but the road will be gated and closed at Cane Creek. This trail is great for fishing, hiking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. I brought my 2020 Jeep gladiator. Horsepasture Road within the Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges in northern Pickens County will be closed by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) on Thursday in anticipation of significant snow accumulation Thursday night and Friday morning. November 2018 Thats why you need to coordinate with proper authorities to gain complete knowledge about the entire complex, preventing the danger of passing a difficult trail by mistake. Nice views of the lake below and some white water rapids. Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. Shining Rock Wilderness This road was recently improved with fist sized rock in many places, especially steep sections. This is a seasonal dirt road north of lake Jocassee that runs up to the NC border. Falling Waters State Park Jocassee Gorges interior roads are scheduled to remain open until Jan. 15, and Hall said the inclement weather closings should not affect that schedule. Camel's Hump State Park Hillsborough River State Park A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. Then hiked down to the end of the road on the foot trail (maybe like 3-4 miles) to a nice private beach on Jocassee. April 2014 Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. cool trail, great scenery and well maintained. Too late in the day for the hike. Oneida Whitewater Falls to Whitewater River Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Upper Whitewater Falls, Lower Whitewater Falls Via Foothills Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Lower Whitewater Falls Observation Deck, Foothills Trail: Whitewater Falls to Oconee State Park, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek to Hilliard Falls and Lower Whitewater Falls, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to Burrell's Ford Rd, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek A7 to Bear Gap, Coon Branch via Bad Creek to Foothills Trail, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to F Van Clayton Hwy, https://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm. Lookout Mountain The Brown Mountain trail isnt just about the wilderness. When possible, Off-Roading Pro uses affiliate links. Some tight turns the further in you go. Will bring the naked wee back to this trail. As for the vehicles that are usually used on this trail, ATVs and 4WDs are quite popular. I took my 2022 Colorado ZR2 with 31" tires and 10" of ground clearance and had no problem. We walked uphill and very steep downhill. Did this in an 02 Suburban. Don't take that trail. Wekiwa Springs State Park Boone November 2014 Chunky Gal Trail Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter, Whitewater Falls to Whitewater River Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Upper Whitewater Falls, Lower Whitewater Falls Via Foothills Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Lower Whitewater Falls Observation Deck, Foothills Trail: Whitewater Falls to Oconee State Park, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek to Hilliard Falls and Lower Whitewater Falls, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to Burrell's Ford Rd, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek A7 to Bear Gap, Coon Branch via Bad Creek to Foothills Trail, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to F Van Clayton Hwy, 2023 AllTrails, LLC Alle Rechte vorbehalten, https://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm. Bulow Plantation Ruins State Park The gates will be locked until further notice. New York Dawsonville We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. According to SCDNR, road closures helped prevent road damage and avoided public safety issues during the snow storm that hit the Upstate recently. And right again, that is Bad Creek. Discussion in 'South East' started by EricL, Mar 2, 2018. Sparta Pine Mountain Best Hike Its the most challenging section. Vermont As for the end of the trail, you can pass through a tunnel, which is quite cool. Anniston Area Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap - Motorcycle and sport car tourism serving Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, Cherohala Skyway, Moonshiner28, Devils Triangle, Diamondback, Blue Ridge Parkway, and more. Snowbird Backcountry Area Musterground Trail is also suitable for your pet if you want your companion to join you. Like I mentioned earlier, this gate is open only during spring hunting season and fall hunting season. Pigeon-Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area The prettiest part was probably a few miles east of the Thompson River to the ATV parking area, a few miles from the Bad Creek parking lot. Musterground Mountain is displayed on the "Reid" USGS topo map quad. Musterground Road Falls Waterfall GPS: 35.02873, -82.98523 Water source: Unmapped tributary Waterfall height: approximately 25-20 feet This waterfall is roadside along Musterground Road (Bad Creek access), which is open seasonally. Ellijay September 2017 Highlands Connecting with the trail felt familiar as we turned right and headed towards Horsepasture River. You A forum community dedicated to Jeep Wrangler owners and enthusiasts. For information on the road to Sassafras, call the Pickens County Sheriffs Office at (864) 898-5500. Fun trail! Naples Salt Springs Apalachicola Bluffs And Ravines Preserve This free map can be found at many of the State Parks in this area, and is a must for anyone wanting to discover the riches of the Gorges. Because I was familiar with the road from the Whitewater River bridge to the Bad Creek parking, we rode our bikes in the dark with headlamps. Chillhowee Recreation Area Hot Springs The road is pretty easy going for about the first 2.5 miles, with good views of Lake Jocassee. We were fortunate that we had no equipment malfunctions. Springs May 2015 I discovered that my batlewings' weak spot are the sandy pits. What a wonderful gift it was to be heading to our destination with no time limits! Crew-land-and-water-trust Brown Mountain OHV area is the only trail system within Pisgah National Forest that allows all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and 44 off-road driving. CLEMSON, S.C. - Most year-round roads within the Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges in northern Pickens County have been reopened by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). Southern Nantahala Wilderness Bankhead National Forest And, if youll explore more carefully, youll find a beautiful grassy section. Great moderate 4wd trail, we had a 2014 f-150 super crew with the 6.5ft bed, everything stock. Water Features Foothills Trail: Musterground Road to Hilliard Falls to Horsepasture River, Salem, South Carolina, Pigeon Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Pigeon-Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Pigeon-Crockford Wildlife Management Area. I highly recommend. Vogel State Park We rode our bikes when we could and walked the rest. Gate was open! The segment of the Foothills Trail between the Bad Creek Trailhead and Rocky Bottom has intrigued me for a long time. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Its more on the easier side, though, because you dont need a 4WD to survive the journey. Econfina Creek Wildife Management Area One of the best things about trail systems in national forests like the Badin Lake area is the presence of well-developed and safe campsites. Ormond Beach All are first come, first serve. Looking forward to going back to do some more of the side roads up into NC. Die beste Zeit fr einen Besuch dieser Route ist von September bis Dezember. Tampa Bay Area Will go again. Duncan Ridge Trail https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/ga-weekly-getting-outdoors.596215/page-37#post-22079490, https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/stuck-in-nc-gamelands-anyone-around.648129/, Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics, Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world, Post your own photos in our Members Gallery. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Toccoa Hinson Conservation & Recreation Area May 2018 Sipsey Wilderness May 2017 Great trail! Nobody is required to make a reservation to travel this trail. See some more details on the topic Are the uwharrie OHV trails open? Great day in the woods! Feb 12, 2019 at 7:00 PM #152 #152. These are two of the four mountainous rivers that feed Lake Jocassee with their beautiful, cold, clear water, providing many of us with our drinking water. This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. Monongahela National Forest Drove all the way to the end on 4/16/2022 after it rained that morning and camped at Hunt Camp 5 (at the end of Musterground Road for vehicle traffic). August 2019 I didn't want to tear up the trail so I switched to 4x4. Chipley Cashiers This is most definitely a 4 wheel drive trail. Cedar Point Environmental Park First-time ATV users can learn the basics there, making it an excellent spot for families. 11/24/20 - great offroad trip! Alabama Did you know you can find out when the gates are locked/unlocked! December 2014 The prettiest part was probably a few miles east of the Thompson River to the ATV parking area, a few miles from the Bad Creek parking lot. Oconee State Park De Soto National Memorial If you want easier trails, here are the other seven options: Dickey Bell, Dutch John, Falls Dam, Rocky Mountain Loop, Sawmill, Slab Pile, and Wolf Den. October 2016 Panama City Area Since parking is also essential, the Cotton Place Trailhead will always be available for vehicles that successfully reach the Daniel TR 390 trails most challenging area. We drove Musterground until we reached the left turn for Auger Hole. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Primitive camping is permitted along the Foothills Trail, Eastatoee Creek Heritage Preserve Spur or the Palmetto Trail year-round and no permits are required. Check it out to see more! It is not designed for mountain biking. WF Local Forums for Your Region and State, The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Most of Chestnut Mountain Road was a steep decent on fist sized gravel. Done in a Jeep wrangler. Just off Bad Creek Rd and the area is only open for the hunting season. Topsail Hill State Park Soddy Daisy April 2015 February 2019 Cumberland Trail The effective date is November 23, 2022. Slow going so be prepared! Appalachian Trail It looked so tempting that I did it again today. Fort Myers Area Longboat Key Well just drive two hours to get there only to find out the trail is only open during hunting season and theyve restricted all travel otherwise. Nice views of the lake below and some white water rapids. I took my 2022 Colorado ZR2 with 31" tires and 10" of ground clearance and had no problem. The entrance to Horsepasture Road is on US 178 about a mile north of Rocky Bottom community. If you believe, like I do, that water is our most valuable resource on the planet, this is a glorious sight! I went on a ride to musterground mountain in the jocassee area. A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. Soddy-Daisy Robinson Preserve Did this in an 02 Suburban. SEASONAL CLOSURE: This area is subject to seasonal closure from January to September. Explore the most popular trails in my list OHV with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you. First half of trail easy 2nd half moderate. Still really enjoyable! Life's Better Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. 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