Aight! Unfortunately it was dark when we were in this area. Only a few mud puddles that were easy to ride around. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. You should also know that this location has different sections. As far as technicality, I wouldn't suggest going through without a lift and AT tires. Anybody know if the gate is still open? As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. FOIA | I now attend Washington & Lee University and am exploring Virginia and West Virginia. We used this road to access Foothills Trail and Hilliard Falls. 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. It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1. Dec 29, 2017 (Edited) Wide trail and lots of scenery. This is a road designed for 4WD and ATVs. May 2018 We rode through 3 streams. Riverview Pointe Preserve There were a few steep grades and a couple of wash outs that required a little planning but she made it and turned out to be a great day. Waleska 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. St. Augustine Only a few mud puddles that were easy to ride around. Open again March 20th. 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. Absolutely! A few spots were slick. 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). Snowbird Backcountry Area Don't take that trail. You'll definitely need 4 wheel drive to get to hunt camp 5 and you might end up with a little desert pin-striping. Historic Sites Great trail! Opposite Gorges State Park on the NC/SC border is Musterground Road. We drove Musterground until we reached the left turn for Auger Hole. To summarize, these locations have the best off road trails in North Carolina: Finally, you can now have a concrete plan to explore NC as soon as you take our suggested locations to heart. October 2014 Monongahela National Forest Virgin Falls State Natural Area Middlesex Juniper Prairie Wilderness November 2018 Gorges State Park There is a gate at the beginning of the road. Because we had bikes, we could go under the closed forest service gate. I took my 2022 Colorado ZR2 with 31" tires and 10" of ground clearance and had no problem. 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. Rosman Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. About two miles in, we found the sign pointing us to our final destination the 50-foot spectacular waterfall that is Hilliard Falls! Brasstown Wilderness Waynesville May 2016 Done in a Jeep wrangler. Santa Rosa Beach We would have enjoyed finishing the trail with our Jeep but there were too many hunters ! A forum community dedicated to Jeep Wrangler owners and enthusiasts. Lakeland Area Please remove "SC.GOV" from your compatibility view listings using your settings in the Internet Explorer options. Occasionally my feet slipped going downhill on the large gravel. Florida Trail The year-round roads include Horsepasture Road from the Laurel Valley entrance on US 178 to Jumping Off Rock. Drove part of it two (?) Thomaston A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. I didn't need to engage lockers so I would say at minimum, you'll need at least 31" tires and 4x4. Guana River Wildlife Management Area Lumpkin I didn't need to engage lockers so I would say at minimum, you'll need at least 31" tires and 4x4. November 2015 Talladega National Forest Water Features Musterground Trail is also suitable for your pet if you want your companion to join you. When possible, Off-Roading Pro uses affiliate links. Dan said it is a 15-20 mile stretch, but some great areas. Joan M. Durante Park February 2019 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). Will check it out. No reservations and no permitting req'd. Its also an impressive location for nature lovers, social media users, and photographers because of the lush forest within and different bodies of water near the area. Mountains To Sea Trail Dahlonega UPCOMING EVENTS: Pittsburg Ridge Runners' 9th Annual Snowmobile Blessing, - January 14, 2023 - Pittsburg, NH. 2023 Annual Winter Cookout (White Mtn. Did this in an 02 Suburban. Drove part of it two (?) 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. Duncan Ridge Trail Just make sure to consider your current skill level to keep your adventures safe and fun. :mrgreen: Compliments from Mr green. April 2016 46 Sluder Branch Road, Candler, 28715: John Jewell Esq: 2022-08-12: Asheville Refrigeration Company LLC: 1465 Sand Hill Rd Ste 1034, Candler, NC 28715: Mark P Sundara: 2022-08-02: OMNI Hawk USA Inc. 123 Liberty Road Unit B, Candler, NC 28715: The Bottom Line Accounting Services LLC: 2022-09-27: Green's Home Improvement LLC: 123 Lost Trail Dr . Musterground Mountain Information Coordinates: 35.0117601N, -82.9584775W Approx. 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. Youre less likely to lose your way because of the signs installed in different sections. Fort Myers Area We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. The gates will be locked until further notice. 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). Gotta do the horse pasture one. Vogel State Park Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. The view gets more beautiful during sunset. 98 Casey DR, Candler, NC 28715 Overview Sleepy Sheep Mobile Home Park LLC is business registered with North Carolina Secretary of the State (SOS). Reed Bingham State Park is 3.5 miles. Its perfect for pro riders who are looking for a challenge. OffRoadingPro.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Chunky Gal Trail Musterground Mountain is displayed on the "Reid" USGS topo map quad. Scenic Views A very rough ATV road - used mainly by hunters - called Musterground Road, is open during hunting seasons. Was pretty much at it max capabilities on the second half of the trail. Kept it in 2WD until after a big turnaround maybe 5 miles in. New Castle Myakka River State Park Black Rock Mountain State Park Its also quite unpredictable since it includes hills, muddy sections, and bodies of water. Great trail for Jeeps. Tate's Hell State Forest We walked uphill and very steep downhill. No lift. Because we had bikes, we could go under the closed forest service gate. February 2014, All Dalton Fayetteville This goes for all the forest service roads. Obwohl sich der Weg bestens zum Angeln, Wandern und Offroad-Fahren eignet, trifft man hier nur selten andere Abenteurer an. Crackerneck WMA. Long Trail The road is pretty easy going for about the first 2.5 miles, with good views of Lake Jocassee. Jocassee road closures will remain in effect until Monday, Jan. 11. Black Bear Wilderness August 2014 This goes for all the forest service roads. A group of the Georgia guys are planning on going Saturday morning. Ellicott Rock Wilderness A little higher than stock due to larger tires. Nice easy trail with some pretty lake views. We were fortunate that we had no equipment malfunctions. October 2019 Little Manatee River State Park Jasper Is it more challenging? I'm Kris and this is my blog where I talk about all things related to ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, Jeeps, snowmobiles, and more. Blue Ridge This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. Despite the risky terrain, a lot of people still visit this location. All outdoor activities, especially off-trail hiking, are done at your own risk. Welcome to Off-Roading Pro. 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. Bummer, this trail is closed. Too late in the day for the hike. Caladesi Island State Park Chiefland Area North Carolina offers plenty to explore, such as Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Great Smokey Mountains. Just remember to be responsible for your trash. A few spots were slick. I took my 2022 Colorado ZR2 with 31" tires and 10" of ground clearance and had no problem. Quick Point Nature Preserve Four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles and Jeeps can also be used, but theyre only allowed in some areas. 2022 All rights reserved. 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. Tray Mountain Wilderness Brasstown Bald Tracy City A forum community dedicated to all Suzuki Strom owners and enthusiasts. Here's the link to google maps. Elizabethton "Another Brick In The Wall", PF 1979. Approximately 13 miles in length, the Musterground trail is neither too easy nor too hard to pass through. Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. It probably took roughly over 30 minutes to get to this point from the formal trailhead. EricL, Feb 12, 2019 #151. Mission accomplished! As of Monday afternoon, the road was still covered in ice and snow. Newbie here, loving all the info I can glean shared by y'all. For more information, please visit, No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Sumatra June 2019 For more information on Jocassee Gorges, visit South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (sc.gov). Foothills Trail Allegheny Trail Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. Shooting-Tree Ridge Road, from its Eastatoee Valley entrance on Cleo Chapman Highway, is open to an intermediate gate about 5 miles in, to give small game hunters better access. Linville Gorge Wilderness The water temperature was a cool 58 degrees (yes, I carry a water thermometer in my backpack!) Pigeon Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Stone Mountain Park 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). This also closes some vehicle access points to the Foothills Trail. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. 29 October 2022 OHV/Off-road driving This was such a fun 4x4 trail! In all, the round-trip hike was 4.4 miles. Difficult? Rice Creek Conservation Area Closed due to previous weather condition and fallen trees. All Rights Reserved|Privacy Policy|Site by A-LINE Interactive. Mostly gravel and nothing too rough to worry about damage or rolling. Fire Tower 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 didn't want to tear up the trail so I switched to 4x4. Crystal Mill, Colorado, is an off-road paradise, and its easy to see why. Caspersen Beach Park You February 2017 We walked uphill and very steep downhill. Duke Energy has closed Bad Creek Hydro Project and Musterground Road in Oconee. For more information, please visit, 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. We saw a waterfall covered in rhododendron near Bear Creek Road. December 2018 Ducktown We especially enjoyed the blooms of the wild dogwoods and mini purple irises as we hiked. If I ever do this again, it will be in a motorized vehicle. The property features numerous forest ecosystems and many rivers and streams. I didn't need to engage lockers so I would say at minimum, you'll need at least 31" tires and 4x4. "Road closure will protect soil and water quality, road integrity and help avoid public safety issues," said Mark Hall, SCDNR Jocassee Gorges land manager. Like the trail system weve discussed earlier, camping is also allowed in the Daniel TR 390 area. Discussion in 'South East' started by EricL, . Spartanburg, SC 29306, 2023 Upstate Forever. 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. Great trail! Great trail for Jeeps. We used this road to access Foothills Trail and Hilliard Falls. Amicalola Falls State Park Franklin-Marion State Forest Will go again. Ponds/Lakes The Daniel TR 390 is open even during rainy days, which will only increase the level of thrill for adrenaline junkies. Cornelia Some tight turns the further in you go. First half of trail easy 2nd half moderate. FOIA | Jocassee road closures will remain in effect until Monday, Jan. 11. Crossing Whitewater and Thompson Rivers was a thrill that provided first-class views. Flint River We saw a waterfall covered in rhododendron near Bear Creek Road. Some tight turns the further in you go. 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. Explored at length the BC area and didn't find the open gate leading to NC. Naples Camel's Hump State Park Shop The Ridge Store: www.TheRidgeStore.comCampingRandy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/campingrandy Went out this week to Musterground Road in the Jocassee. Winder Gate was locked when we finally found it. there are multiple camp sites. I took my 2022 Colorado ZR2 with 31" tires and 10" of ground clearance and had no problem. Oscar Scherer State Park The trail starts from Elk City in Idaho, goes through a vast, undeveloped, Read More Magruder Corridor OHV Road Guide: Montana & IdahoContinue, Arkansas is known for its splendid scenery, vast terrain, and wildlife. Beersheba Springs Lake Wales Ridge State Forest Chatsworth Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 min to complete. A previous poster reported the same situation. Balsam Lake Recreation Area South Carolina Department ofNatural Resources From the gate to Line Rock Gap, the driving distance is about 6 miles. As far as technicality, I wouldn't suggest going through without a lift and AT tires. This goes for all the forest service roads. Covington There are steep slopes and slightly big rocks in the area if you want some ATV challenges. Several people even used minivans. Cheaha Wilderness Leon Sinks Geological Area Erkunde diese 12,8-Meilen lange Strecke in der Nhe von Sapphire, North Carolina. Nobody is required to make a reservation to travel this trail. I brought my 2020 Jeep gladiator. The road to Sassafras Mountain Overlook, the F. Van Clayton Highway, is still closed. Highlands Naples Area South Cumberland State Park Bartram Trail Adirondack Park This was such a fun 4x4 trail! St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve Grandfather Mountain State Park We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Sopchoppy "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". 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. Joyce Kilmer Slickrock Wilderness November 2016 there are multiple camp sites. Sarasota Citico Creek Wilderness 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. 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