January 2016 Riders can also buy a map with complete details so they can maximize their itinerary. "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". The view gets more beautiful during sunset. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. Unfortunately it was dark when we were in this area. Very easy to drive, fun, several area to take pictures. Gatlinburg South Carolina Department ofNatural Resources The forest feel is pretty refreshing even though the trip is shorter than other locations. May 2015 No longer a v-strom owner but a Stromtrooper at heart. April 2016 years ago and need to get back up there to see the rest of the trail. Santa Rosa Beach The water temperature was a cool 58 degrees (yes, I carry a water thermometer in my backpack!) Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. Crystal Mill, Colorado, is an off-road paradise, and its easy to see why. Berry College Trail System If I ever do this again, it will be in a motorized vehicle. Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area :mrgreen: Compliments from Mr green. Kolomoki Mounds State Park Middlesex Virginia Lookout Mountain According to SCDNR, road closures helped prevent road damage and avoided public safety issues during the snow storm that hit the Upstate recently. Dont go off directions on this app cause it will bring you to a subdivision for some reason. Youll see more picturesque spots if you extend your trip to Blue Ridge. There is a gate at the beginning of the road. Absolutely! Welcome to Off-Roading Pro. October 2019 The trail closes January 2nd. Unaka Mountain Wilderness We were fortunate that we had no equipment malfunctions. there are multiple camp sites. West Palm Beach Area This was my first mountain biking adventure. SC Rangers will close the gate on Jan 2 (after hunting season). Mountains To Sea Trail Aside from off-road driving, its great for camping, hiking, and running as well. Pumpkintown June 2016 Rembert C. Dennis Building,1000 Assembly Street,Columbia, SC 29201 there are multiple camp sites. Lake City Area We crossed the Iron Bridge at the Horsepasture River. We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. We drove Musterground until we reached the left turn for Auger Hole. 11/24/20 - great offroad trip! If youre also planning to go to the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Bent Creek Roads endpoint is just below it. 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. The trail starts past the parking lot. Another one I ran out of momentum and walked the last few steps through the stream. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. Honeymoon Island State Park Franklin Delano Roosevelt State Park Mistletoe State Park Young Harris. Both sides of the trail have decent campsites. If you need to camp out, its not hard to find the right areas. Was pretty much at it max capabilities on the second half of the trail. Mountain City South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. The ATV parking only sign and Musterground Road The path continued to gradually go uphill before eventually ending up at a clearing that was signposted for ATV parking. July 2018 Citrus Wildlife Management Area Black Bear Wilderness This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. Closed due to previous weather condition and fallen trees. Blue Ridge Parkway Travel for a few more miles, and youll be able to reach the steel bridge. 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. Catfish Creek State Park Click here to read a PDF of the Spring/Summer 2021 issue. Gate was open! South Carolina Department ofNatural Resources November 2015 @synaps3 did a write-up here, so I put mine . Long Trail Only a few mud puddles that were easy to ride around. Difficult? We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. Mostly gravel and nothing too rough to worry about damage or rolling. Double Springs Don't take that trail. Sumatra Amicalola Falls State Park Occasionally my feet slipped going downhill on the large gravel. Whitehall Cherokee National Forest Quick Point Nature Preserve Jasper A few spots were slick. Approximately 13 miles in length, the Musterground trail is neither too easy nor too hard to pass through. March 2016 Putting a lift and 37s on next so this should go a little smoother next time. Pittman Center Was it worth the wait? White Springs Basinger Bucks Pocket State Park The fantastic scenery of California welcomes all types of outdoor activities and, Read More 23 Best Off Road San Diego TrailsContinue. 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. 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). St. Augustine May 2016 Elizabethton We would have enjoyed finishing the trail with our Jeep but there were too many hunters ! It's 13 miles one way. Blood Mountain Wilderness 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. One particular section between SC 130 and US 178 is nearly 30 miles long and is known for very limited road access. We crossed the Iron Bridge at the Horsepasture River. You'll definitely need 4 wheel drive to get to hunt camp 5 and you might end up with a little desert pin-striping. December 2017 Springs 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. There was a good bit of elevation but nothing that our easy and steady pace couldnt handle. Unfortunately it was dark when we were in this area. Cullowhee August 2016 Slow going so be prepared! If youre looking for off road trails in NC, this article provides some of the best places to ride. We would have enjoyed finishing the trail with our Jeep but there were too many hunters ! From there, i would follow the Foothills Trail to the Horsepasture River, with a side trip to Hilliard Falls. As for the vehicles that are usually used on this trail, ATVs and 4WDs are quite popular. Tate City January 2021 We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. A little higher than stock due to larger tires. 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. I was thinking about going to Uwharrie this weekend, but I may make this run instead just to do it before they put the gate back up. We got lucky and the road was open. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. This was done Wednesday January 29. Pigeon Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Done in a Jeep wrangler. Waynesville We had been on this road a few times to hike to Lower Whitewater Falls, but never ventured as far as we needed to today. Lake Placid Gainesville Area Pass through the gate. November 2019 Soddy-Daisy It is not designed for mountain biking. Franklin-Marion State Forest So gear-up and get ready for an adventure. Looking forward to going back to do some more of the side roads up into NC. This is most definitely a 4 wheel drive trail. Cherokee Texas, the Lone Star State, is known for its hot weather, great BBQ, and live music. Dont worry; youll see garbage cans almost anywhere. Some tight turns the further in you go. This trail is great for fishing, hiking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. And just like that, it was time to head back. Boone No reservations and no permitting req'd. Dillard Musterground Road is to the right. We walked uphill and very steep downhill. Is it more challenging? Best Hike I didn't need to engage lockers so I would say at minimum, you'll need at least 31" tires and 4x4. Foothills Trail Please remove "SC.GOV" from your compatibility view listings using your settings in the Internet Explorer options. We saw a waterfall covered in rhododendron near Bear Creek Road. Its perfect for pro riders who are looking for a challenge. Pinnacle Park Jonathan Dickinson State Park Crossed over a couple creeks. Sylva Built explicitly for ATV enthusiasts, the Carolina Backwoods is a fun destination. October 2015 However, its only around four miles, which is much shorter than the former option. It has such pretty lake views. 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. South Carolina A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. Elk Park 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. Tray Mountain Wilderness February 2018 However, its one of the most difficultoff road trails NChas to offer. The Jocassee Gorges is in northern Pickens and Oconee counties along the North Carolina border and surrounds Lake Jocassee. Occasionally my feet slipped going downhill on the large gravel. Check the SCDNR social media outlets, or call (864) 868-0281 for Jocassee Gorges road management updates. Despite light traffic in the area, the dirt and gravel trail is good enough for both beginners and expert drivers. Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. Nantahala National Forest And, if youll explore more carefully, youll find a beautiful grassy section. I fell in the water on the first one. 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. Come join the discussion about reviews, performance, trail riding, gear, suspension, tires, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, for all JL, JT, JK, TJ, YJ, and CJ models! Took stock Jeep JK 2dr and made it. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Nice easy trail with some pretty lake views. 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. Joyce Kilmer - Slickrock Wilderness September 2014 Wekiwa Springs State Park These more challenging locations are not recommended for groups with young children. Specifically located in the Uwharrie National Forest, the Badin Lake Complex is packed withNC off road trailssuited for motorized vehicles like 4WDs, ATVs, utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), and dirt bikes. This is Musterground Road. You should also know that this location has different sections. 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. Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. Went all the way in .to hunting camp 5. Fayetteville I am an experienced hiker in this area. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Greeneville October 2017 Ormond Beach I was also aware of some trails from the Frozen Creek Trailhead in Gorges State Park that connect to the Foothills Trail, but by the time I would get to the trail using that access, I wouldn't have much time left to hike to any location. Linville Some tight turns the further in you go. Pigeon-Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Is Musterground road open? Paynes Creek Historic State Park Dawsonville Seen references to Musterground area, can anyone tell me about this trail? 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. As for the end of the trail, you can pass through a tunnel, which is quite cool. Registered Agent Changes History Went all the way in .to hunting camp 5. Helen Cleveland Ring Park This was my first mountain biking adventure. 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. Have a stock unlimited, not ready to scratch it up or break it yet, so JavaScript is disabled. Did you know you can find out when the gates are locked/unlocked! Reed Bingham State Park Dont go off directions on this app cause it will bring you to a subdivision for some reason. Gotta do the horse pasture one. Triple Creek Preserve Lastly, dont miss the campsites andof coursethe views of Lake Jocassee. Aight! Before or after the hike, drive south on Bad Creek Road to the Visitor's Overlook, which will be to your left. We drove Musterground until we reached the left turn for Auger Hole. Green River Game Lands Will go again. All stock and only use my 4x2. Ugh. Upstate Forever is seeking a Land Stewardship Coordinator to join our Land Stewardship and Restoration Team in early 2023. 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. Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest We spent an awesome weekend offroading and camping. Never hike or head into that area that may be above your fitness or experience level. Wartburg The Jocassee Gorges trail has terrain with lots of rocks, hence the rough surface. Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. Hit a 19deg pitch on one spot. Gate was locked when we finally found it. It is not designed for mountain biking. Let's ride! 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. Myakka River State Park No lift. Done in a Jeep wrangler. 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. Stone Mountain Park SC Rangers will close the gate on Jan 2 (after hunting season). Phone Numbers | No lift. Cornelia Did this in an 02 Suburban. We used this road to access Foothills Trail and Hilliard Falls. Mostly gravel and nothing too rough to worry about damage or rolling. North Carolina It was not as muddy as I was expecting. Aight! No reservations and no permitting req'd. Another one I ran out of momentum and walked the last few steps through the stream. 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. Discussion in 'South East' started by EricL, Mar 2, 2018. Anybody know if the gate is still open? Great trail for Jeeps. 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